Tag Archives: Purpose

Psalm 90-93 Questions for Reflection

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

I just finished my study of the book of Nehemiah so here’s a link to all the studies along this journey so far: Index of Devotionals. In the study of Nehemiah, I learned that the moment we pray for more … Continue reading →

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Doing our Part

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Mark Shields

As recorded in Nehemiah 11, the wall around Jerusalem had been built and the leaders of the people lived within the city but enemies carried out plots to impede improvement so most people remained in their own towns. Since the … Continue reading →

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Putting Order into Each Day

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reading in Nehemiah 9:1-15, after the eight day celebration, the Israelites assembled together where they read the Bible, confessed their sin, and worshiped. Ezra brings out in a prayer the character traits of God like being the creator, the seed … Continue reading →

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Babylon – Daniel’s Courage in Captivity

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

Associate Pastor Su Milam gave the sermon message last Sunday titled “Babylon – Daniel’s Courage in Captivity”. Below is an outline of the message. The notes in blue print are my personal notes and the notes in black are provided … Continue reading →

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Everyone Contributes

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Mark Shields

As written in yesterday’s post, everyone contributed to the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. I remember a point made in a sermon by Pastor Steve at my church explaining that we should take what God is doing and do … Continue reading →