Author Archives: Mark Shields

Pray For Help

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Chronicles 16, Baasha king of Israel became a new threat to Judah so Asa went to Ben-Hadad king of Aram for help. Asa’s actions differ from his previous policies because he had more faith in a person … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Chronicles 16-19

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

The recent study using questions for reflection  of 2 Chronicles 11-15 was finished yesterday and this study has been the main inspiration for the following poems along the way: Fortified with His Word Be lifted to New Heights of Accomplishment … Continue reading →

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The Bible Invites Victory

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

Last weekend, we continued the sermon series “The Bible – A Story of God and All of Us” at the local church I attend. Here is a link to a poem that was inspired by last week’s message: The Bible … Continue reading →

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Putting Our Thoughts on Him

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

God speaks through His Word and we can learn lessons to live by if we listen.  There are also songs, pictures, and personal experiences that help us to put our thoughts on Him. Seek God with all your heart, soul, … Continue reading →

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Seeking Him with All Our Heart and Soul

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Mark Shields

There are reforms king Asa undertakes in the spiritual life of his kingdom as written in 2 Chronicles 15. He removed the detestable idols from the whole land of Judah and Benjamin and from the towns he had captured in the … Continue reading →

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