Author Archives: Mark Shields

Expectations

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Negative prophecies Can control your life, Destroy confidence, And fill you with strife. Low expectations Can dominate So your attitude Is in a bad state. But you have freedom To make a change Turn negative…

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Nourished with Virtue

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Jesus replied, ‘What is impossible with men is possible with God. – Luke 18:27  Within the post “Impossible for Us but Possible with God”, explained is how God’s plans for us make the impossible, possible. The gift of Jesus has … Continue reading →

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Impossible for Us but Possible with God

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading Psalms 33, we get an indication that this psalm is designed for corporate worship. The psalmist says to praise the Lord through music and song because the earth is full of his unfailing love (v. 5). The psalmist pictures … Continue reading →

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The Paved Way

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6  Life can be a load as in Psalms … Continue reading →

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A Big Weight is Lifted

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

The main idea of Psalms 32 is captured in the first verse of this passage. Blessed is the one    whose transgressions are forgiven,    whose sins are covered. David had seduced the wife of his most loyal soldier and … Continue reading →

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