Author Archives: Mark Shields

Shelter Through The Storm

Posted on December 22, 2016 by Mark Shields

And call on Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me. – Psalm 50:15  As shared in the post “Hope Even in Trials“, David is going through tremendous emotional and physical difficulty but … Continue reading →

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Hope Even In Trials

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Mark Shields

Psalm 22 was probably written while David was being trapped by Saul and his men in the wilderness. The beginning of this psalm describes how David feels as he goes through tremendous emotional and physical difficulty and the first verse … Continue reading →

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Never Shaken

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

For the king trusts in the Lord;             through the unfailing love of the Most High             he will not be shaken. – Psalm 21:7  Sharing in the post “Trusting the Lord”, David desired success in overcoming his enemies and … Continue reading →

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Trusting The Lord

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

The nation was faced with the possibility of war which prompted the writing of Psalm 20-21. Expressed in Psalm 20 is what the people want from their leader (vv. 1-5) and what the leader wants from the Lord (vv. 6-9). … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Mark Shields

This week, we will be sharing some thoughts from the study of Psalm 20-22. Below are some questions for reflection:  Psalm 20-21 What type of situation prompts these psalms? What things does David desire? What do you do when surrounded … Continue reading →

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