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Psalm 75

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Mark Shields

The psalmist is especially thankful for God’s wonderful deeds in Psalm 75. We should also rejoice in how God supports the earth with good people who are pillars of a neighborhood, community, or nation. Today, I’m praising God for His good people and the wonderful deeds they carry out.

Click on this piano piece: Just As I Am – Norm Hastings, Piano. While listening, reflect on today’s reading. What lesson is God teaching? Think about what you may pray for today. Is there a plan of action God is giving you today?

This day with God will be amazing because like jumper cables that recharge one battery from another, we can be the link that connects the power of God to people. We can get interested in them, make them happy, and empower them.

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Psalm 74

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Mark Shields

God’s people had been through so much and the psalmist begs God for help in Psalm 74. God’s divine power is acknowledged as creator of earth, the controller of the seasons, and the One who turns day into day and night into night.

We now know that God showed His love for His people when Christ died on the cross; uniting us as brothers and sisters. Take a few minutes to look at the video above or click this link: We Will Stand – Avalon Featuring Russ Taff. The need now is to unite in faith, be encouraged with hope, and inspired to love.

This day with God, receive His power with earnest prayer; asking for help in every situation and circumstance. Pray for your brothers and sisters in Christ to unite in faith. No matter what happens in life, God loves you and that’s all that matters.

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Psalm 73

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Mark Shields

Good thoughts of God give strength to overcome the persuasion of sin. Christ our arbitrator provides the presence of God for guidance and security. After reading Psalm 73, a thought that occurred is that a Christian becomes a new creation who cuts all sources of retreat and heads straight to the future with assurance of having all that is needed for victory.

We can be blessed with many good thoughts from a local church. Steve Ramsdell, the Pastor at my church made a point in a sermon that if the things of God are your treasure, then you have all things. What drives you toward God? Why do we not ask God more often for help? Think of the possibilities if we went to Him more. To keep up with sermons from the Pastors at my church for thoughts you can share with others, click on this link: Sermon Podcast.

Click on this piano piece above or this link: In The Garden: Norm Hastings, Piano. While listening, reflect on today’s reading. What lesson is God teaching? Is there a plan of action God is giving you today? One challenge is to desire good thoughts as we spend this day with God.

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Psalm 73 – 75 Questions for Reflection

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Mark Shields

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A daily devotional time pushes us to focus on God. The questions below are to be used to provide fuel for your thoughts as you study each passage. Feel free to respond with a short note or a comment about any of these questions. Also, we welcome any other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite Bible verses.

Psalm 73
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Contrast the psalmist’s positive attitude now with his previous doubts. How can you gain God’s perspective on a problem that is causing you doubt and worry?

Psalm 74
Passage Lookup

What does the psalmist know about God’s character? What acts afford proof of his power? Review some of the things God is and has done for you in the past.

Psalm 75
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What qualities of God is the psalmist especially thankful for? To what extent do you rejoice in this kind of God?

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Resources and Supplementary Helps Used in Posts
First United Methodist Waco Podcast
Christ Notes
Adeney, Carol. This Morning with God. Downer Grove Illinois: InterVarsity Press, 1978

Tozer Devotional-Cultivating Spiritual Disciplines (trinityspeaks.wordpress.com)
Ezekiel 30-32 Questions for Reflection (thisdaywithgod.wordpress.com)

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Ezekiel 32

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Mark Shields

Billy Graham once said, “God’s angels often protect his servants from potential enemies”. In Ezekiel 32, the images used to describe Pharaoh king of Egypt are intimidating descriptions like a lion or monster. Yet when God goes against his kingdom of Egypt, it didn’t stand a chance. The most powerful are weak and helpless when they go against God.

Click on the piano piece above or this link: In The Garden: Norm Hastings, Piano. While listening, reflect on today’s reading. What lesson is God teaching? Think about what you may pray for today. Is there a plan of action God is giving you today?

The passage today has taught me that we should make sure we are on God’s side. Victories come when we play our part and God does His part. God will not let us down if we work together and live by His clear principles which are essentials for life. Today, I’m praying to use some good common sense, good judgment, and just simply playing my little part in God’s overall plan.