Category Archives: Desire

Peace and True Life

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in Romans 8:1-11, Paul summarizes his letters so far by explaining that there is freedom from sin because of Christ. The only condition that needs to be met in order to receive this power is to follow God’s plan … Continue reading →

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Change for the Better

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

My child, eat honey, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste. In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul, If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will … Continue reading →

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Riches of the Soul

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Romans 2:1-11, Paul explains that we should wish for the riches of God’s kindness, tolerance, and patience to help us change for the better. God repays each person according to what they have done (v. 6) so more important … 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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