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Inspiration from Psalm 147-148

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Mark Shields

It is good to praise God because when our hope is in His unfailing love; we receive rewards like wonder, inspiration and security. In return, it is pleasing to God when give praise. There is a relationship between God’s Word … Continue reading →

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Desire for Spiritual Communion

Posted on December 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

This week, I’ve been posting some thoughts from my study of Song of Songs 1-3. Some read this book of the Bible as a love poem; others believe it is written symbolically to express the affections between Christ and the … Continue reading →

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Walk With Integrity

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

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Photo Credit – fairfieldwestbaptistchurch.wordpress.com The first order of business is prayer. Know what needs to improve And get on the move. Fulfilling promises made And making a passing grade. Developing good inclinations And building good…

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Building Project

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

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Photo Credit – laborday-2013.com I have started a new study of 2 Chronicles in my devotional This Day with God. Solomon is planning a construction project – building of the Temple. The study has inspired…

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The Answers as We Step Ahead

Posted on August 17, 2013 by Mark Shields

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Photo Credit – Colourbox.com One of the main thoughts from Ecclesiastes 5 is that we need to listen to God throughout the day. He can say something to us through another person, a book, a…

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