Category Archives: Devotionals

The Big Picture

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

The Lord foils the plans of the nations; He thwarts the purposes of the peoples. But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever, The purposes of his heart through all generations. – Ps 33:10-12 A thought from “Direction from … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Devotionals | Tagged Decisions, Devotional, Difficulty, Faith, Guidance, Holy Spirit, Praise, Success, Worship | 2 Comments

Bring Good from the Good Stored Up in the Heart

Posted on November 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Tact | Tagged Anger, Devotional, Discipline, Poetry, Praise, Relationships, Tact, Words, Worship | 2 Comments

Questions for Reflection for the Study of 2 Samuel 1-9

Posted on November 15, 2022 by Mark Shields

The journey into Psalms 42-51 has given encouragement for the journey ahead that will now take us into 2 Samuel. We will be gaining insight into the victories of David and how God’s plan for us is fulfilled through David’s … Continue reading →

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Looking Back at Psalms for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Over the last month, the journey has taken me through Psalms 42-51. On many occasions, the psalmist was discouraged, depressed or felt cut off from God. The Psalms give encouragement during these times. Below, is food for thought gained from … Continue reading →

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A Future of Joy and Peace

Posted on November 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

Cleanse me with hyssop, and I will be clean; wash me, and I will be whiter than snow – Psalm 51:7 This photo from the winter storm that hit Texas in 2021 was taken near my garage after a night … Continue reading →