Tag Archives: Reflection

Centered on God’s Principles

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

Can you imagine if we could keep our focus so that every physical and mental resource was centered on God? Imagine the power to solve problems; to follow through with intelligent planning and excellent execution of these plans. Click on … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Applied Faith, Christ, Christianity, God, God Focused, God’s Principles, Jerusalem, Lessons, Listening, Nehemiah, Planning, Power, Prayer, Reflection, religion & spirituality, Wall of Jerusalem | 6 Comments

Completing Projects Together

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Mark Shields

In order to succeed in any project that brings positive change, the desire to finish has to be greater than the fear brought on by those trying to stop it. As we journey into Nehemiah 6, those against the project … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Character, Christianity, City Wall of Jerusalem, Desire, Enemies, Fear, God, Jerusalem, Nehemiah, Prayer, Reflection, Religion and Spirituality, Russ Taff, Success, Teamwork, Temptations, Wall of Jerusalem | 1 Comment

Praise God for His Help

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

After reading a block of planned Bible reading and answering the questions in my devotional, I’ll usually spend some time reflecting on the main point and what God is teaching me. Sometimes I’ll also illustrate the main point with something … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christianity, Excitement, Ezra, God, Inspiration, Paul Baloche, Praise, Prayer, Reflection, Religion and Spirituality, Sermon | 4 Comments

Questions for Reflection Ezra 7-10

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Mark Shields

Over the last week or so I’ve shared some thoughts from Ezra 4-6. What happened to the exiles trying to rebuild the temple can happen to us today. Many times we face adversaries in life but our mighty God can … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Celebration, Christ, Christianity, Encourage, Exiles, Ezra, God, Jerusalem, Obstacles, Praise, Prayer, Reflection, Shelter, Spiritual Growth, Temple, Together, United Methodist Church | 5 Comments

Doing Right – Matthew 27:11-26

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Mark Shields

The journey now takes us to Matthew 27:11-26. The governor named Pilate asked Jesus, “Are you the king of the Jews?” Jesus said, “Yes, it is as you say”. (v. 11) Pilate was reluctant to authorize the crucifixion because he … Continue reading →