Tag Archives: Promise

The Promise is in Place

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

Yesterday, I posted the sermon outline of the new message series at First United Methodist Church Waco called “The Songs of Christmas”. Below are some things I noted during the sermon. Israel was in dark times but a promise brought … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christ, Christmas, Counselor, David, David Phelps, Father, God, Hope, Isaiah, Israel, O Holy Night, Prince of Peace, Promise | Leave a comment

Jesus is God’s Love in Action

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Mark Shields

In reflecting upon Zechariah 1:7 – 2:13, the lesson for me is that learning, preparing for a career and success are important but the most important is to receive God’s love which is activated by depending on Him. Jesus is … Continue reading →

Posted in Zechariah | Tagged Apple of God’s Eye, Bible, Christianity, Cross, David Crowder Band, Evangelism, Everlasting Life, Future, God, god s love, god so loved the world, Inspiration, Jesus, John 3:16, Learning, Lesson, Love, Promise, Reflection, religion, religion & spirituality, Soul | 2 Comments

Mission Accomplished

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Mark Shields

This past weekend’s message at the church I attend is titled “Mission Accomplished” To listen or view you can click this link. John Kennedy set in motion a mission to put a man on the moon which was culminated in … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Apollo 11, Chris Tomlin, Creator, God, Isaiah, Jesus, Lord, Moon, NASA, Neil Armstrong, Promise, Redemption | 2 Comments

The Worth of God’s Promise

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

After reading Nehemiah 12, one point taken from the study is that those that minister to us are focused on being a blessing so we should make sure they are always blessed in abundance. Another point taken is that we … Continue reading →