Month: December 2020

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Breaking Free from Cynicism :: ADVENT

Presented for Curwensville Alliance on 12/27/20 by Pastor Steve Shields.

Where does cynicism originate? Cynicism is a defense mechanism, an easy way out and comes from the enemy.

When you allow cynicism in your life it can turn your heart bitter and lonely. Cynicism can also lead to conflict.

In this podcast, Pastor Steve walks us through the remedy for cynicism? You need to forgive those who have injured you, do the hard work of love, and walk close to the Shepherd.

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Bringing Comfort to Our Hearts :: ADVENT

Presented for Curwensville Alliance on 12/20/20 by Pastor Steve Shields.

Where does comfort come from?

Comfort comes from Christ’s power! Unlike human power which has limits, His power is unlimited!

We can find comfort in His goodness. We can find comfort in His love. He comes to us, fights for us, makes us family and lives among us!

Listen as Pastor Steve guides us through finding comfort in Christ.

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Living with Certainty in Uncertain Times :: ADVENT

Presented to Curwensville Alliance on 12/13/20 by Pastor Steve Shields.

In the Advent story, we can look at Joseph, the Shepherds and the Magi to see examples of those who lived with certainty in uncertain times.

What gave them certainty? Their hearts gave them certainty. Joseph had a just heart. The Shepherds had hopeful hearts. The Magi had hungry hearts.

How can we live with certainty? By cultivating a just heart, a hopeful heart and hungry heart.

In this podcast, Pastor Steve will lead you through how to live with certainty in uncertain times.

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Peace :: ADVENT

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 12/06/20 by Pastor Steve Shields.

Do you struggle to find peace? Where does peace come from? How can we have true peace?

Peace does not mean the absence of conflict. Peace also does not mean being the same. These are some common misconceptions of peace.

Rather, peace comes from the Prince of Peace. Peace comes through His advent, death and triumph.

But how can peace be yours this Advent Season? You will have to think with humility, view yourself with honesty and view others with grace.

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