Author Archives: Mark Shields

He Rescues in a Time of Need

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

If facing difficulty, the lesson learned by what Abijah and Asa did in 2 Chronicles 13-14 is a good one to take to heart. Pray and ask God to intervene; trusting that you will be rescued in your time of … Continue reading →

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Being Right with God

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

The prevailing atmosphere during the reign of Asa was one of being right with God and of peace. As recorded in 2 Chronicles 14, Asa’s army of around 580,000 consisted of soldiers from Benjamin and Judah. The army of Zerah … Continue reading →

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The ONE Who Created Us Can Help Win Battles

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

The event recorded in 2 Chronicles 13 is another inspiring occasion that builds up faith. Each day with God can be amazing because we can pray, listen, and take action with confidence. We can write our script of life with … Continue reading →

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Be Lifted to New Heights of Accomplishment

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

The event recorded in 2 Chronicles 13 is another inspiring occurrence where we see the results of God’s favor at work just like David defeating Goliath, the Red Sea and Moses, or Daniel and the lion’s den. If we can … Continue reading →

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The Bible Invites Freedom

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

“What If” never brings victory but “Who Is” does. It is God who brings freedom, confidence, frees our resources, and builds our courage.  Here is a short 3 ½ minute video from “The Bible” TV series about David demonstrating these concepts: … Continue reading →

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