Tag Archives: Talents

Heaven’s Riches Are Far More Valuable Than Earthly Wealth

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus addresses the disciples in Luke 16:1-13 and the Pharisees overhear as Jesus tells the parable of the Shrewd Manager. A manager is accused of wasting the possessions of a rich man by being lax in collecting what is due … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Good Common Sense, Luke | Tagged Creativity, Disciples, Faith, Good Common Sense, Gospel, Jesus, Job, Money, Opportunity, Parable, Planning, Skills, Talents, Time | Leave a comment

Search the Heart

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Mary and Joseph raised Jesus in a Godly home and went to the Passover Festival each year. Jesus would seize the opportunity to learn from the teachers at the Temple. Jesus desired to learn so He stayed behind to listen … Continue reading →

Posted in Desire, Luke | Tagged Desire, Faith, Jesus, Joseph, Learning, Listening, Mary, Passion, Passover, Purpose, Talents, Treasure, Wisdom | 2 Comments

A With God Life – Sermon Message 01/12/2014

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Mark Shields

Your body is made up of many parts; eyes to see, a brain to think, and a heart that pumps blood to feed each cell of your body the oxygen it needs. We know much about the parts of our … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Anger, Bible Study, Body, Feelings, good habits, Joy, Mind, Peace, Personality, Scripture, Sermons, Skills, Soul, Spirit, Talents, Thoughts, Will | Leave a comment

Bringing a Team Together

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

A good leader has faith, applies that faith as the Lord guides, has followers that buy into a plan, and surrounds themselves with good team members. David had proven that he was a great leader as the ruler of Hebron. … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Christianity, Courage, David, Faith, God, Guidance, Hebron, Inspiration, Jesus, Leadership, Lord, Plan, Religion and Spirituality, spirituality, Strengths, Talents, Teamwork | 3 Comments

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 →