Category Archives: Psalm

Braver Because of the Savior

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

We can have confidence about the future because God protects us like a cherished child of His. Below is a poem I wrote to explain this confidence. Life can get us down But we can be found We can run … Continue reading →

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David Gives Praise

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

David is thankful as he praises God and writes Psalm 138. He is thankful for God’s love, faithfulness, and safety when being surrounded by enemies. This may have been written at the time of Absalom’s rebellion when even in a … Continue reading →

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Be Inspired to Overcome Difficult Circumstances

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

The lesson learned for me as I read Psalm 137 is how we should respond to a difficult situation? We should cheer up for there is hope for the future. We should ask God to open doors and believe they … Continue reading →

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Looking at Bad Circumstances in a Different Way

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Israelites experienced emotional problems during their captivity in Babylon. Not only had they been taken captive but they had been carried to a foreign land and emotionally tormented. At the time of writing Psalm 137, the exiles were in … Continue reading →

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He Loves Us

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Mark Shields

God knows all about us and sees value in each of us. He takes active concern in our life and mercifully prearranged a gift of love through His Son. What an example to follow and this love in action gives … Continue reading →