Author Archives: Mark Shields

Celebrate Answered Prayers

Posted on March 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

The Lord has comforted His people, and will have mercy on His afflicted. – Isaiah 49:13 After studying Psalms 40, a take away as written about in the post “Requests Fulfilled” was that the storms of life came upon David … Continue reading →

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Requests Fulfilled

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

In the two previous psalms, David had experienced prolonged difficulty with sorrow and helplessness. His enemies were evil and slanderous and he needed relief. To make his relief possible, he confesses his sin and goes to God in prayer. The … Continue reading →

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Clear Way to Victory

Posted on March 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Step Ahead with boldness Going steadily Forward with certain Expectancy. In Christ Jesus, We are forever free And there is victory For you and me. As a believer We are fearless Because of the power…

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Desire the Best Way

Posted on March 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

May He grant your heart’s desire and fulfill all your plans! – Psalm 20:4  Within the post “The Bad Mood Breaker” are thoughts from the study of Psalms 39. David experienced prolonged difficulty. He was silent, became more distressed, life … Continue reading →

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The Bad Mood Breaker

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Mark Shields

The affliction described in Psalms 39 strikes David very deeply. There was guilt after seducing the wife of his most loyal soldier and then arranging to have this soldier killed. The guilt for David was heavy on his heart and … Continue reading →

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