Monthly Archives: January 2012

Sermon Podcast

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

At my local church, a new message series called “The Church” has started and can be listened to at this link: Sermon Podcast. Some of the main points from the message are that the Church is a movement that continues … Continue reading →

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Psalm 86

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

David asked the Lord to hear his prayer in Psalm 86; to guard his life, have mercy, give joy, preserve his soul, teach him to walk in His ways, have mercy on him, and to give a sign of His … Continue reading →

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Psalm 85

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 85, the returned exiles are wondering if God will ever restore the land He gave them many generations ago. For them, peace with God is through His favor towards them which includes having plenty of food through a … Continue reading →

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Psalm 84

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Mark Shields

What the psalmist desires in Psalm 84 is to be with God and live by His principles because in the presence of the living God is enlightenment, guidance, safety, comfort, favor, and honor. The video below or at this link … Continue reading →

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Psalm 84 – 86 Questions for Reflection

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Mark Shields

God’s principles never change. A daily devotional time using “This Day with God” internalizes His guiding principles becoming an instrument which pushes us to focus on Him in every activity throughout our day. Psalm 84 Passage Lookup What is the … Continue reading →

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