Author Archives: Mark Shields

He is Faithful and Just

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

The mood of Psalm 6 from verse 1 through verse 7 is one of distress. David is in spiritual, physical, and moral agony but starting in verse 8, the mood turns from despair to hope because of his confession before … Continue reading →

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The Desire and the Power

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Mark Shields

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. – Philippians 2:13  In the post Go to Him in Prayer Early in the Morning, David was under distress and made this … Continue reading →

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Go to Him in Prayer Early in the Morning

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

The prayer by David in Psalm 5 is made in the morning. He expects answers from the prayer because of His close relationship with God. He has confidence in God’s favor and protection from the evil-doers who lie, are filled … Continue reading →

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Sermon Thoughts – (11/29/2015)

Posted on November 29, 2015 by Mark Shields

Presented last week at the church I worship at was the message “Making an Intentional Impact”. Here is a link to the podcast which is live at 9:30 each Sunday morning or viewable at any time or place thereafter. http://fumcwaco.sermon.net/main/main. … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Capacity

Posted on November 28, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Reacting to negatives From all the relatives And mistreatment from others And all other troubles Make one ask for help But hope for the future is kept For the Creator Is much greater. So take…

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