Tag Archives: Confidence

God is Great and Gracious

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Mark Shields

David has a good relationship with God as explained in Psalm 145 giving praise with confidence that he will be with God for eternity (v. 2). David writes that God is worthy of praise because of His characteristics like compassion, … Continue reading →

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The Champion Within

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

A thought from my previous post “Victory Assured” is that within each of us is a champion. All we have to do is release that champion within called the Holy Spirit. We were born to win but we have to … Continue reading →

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Conditions for Success

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Mark Shields

David speaks to the leaders of Israel in 1 Chronicles 28 explaining that he wanted very much to build a house as a place of rest for the Ark of the Covenant of the Lord (v. 2). Even though he … Continue reading →

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Offering Sympathy

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading from 1 Chronicles 19, I like how David handled the situation with his servants. He immediately empathized with their humiliation and let them stay in Jericho till they could get their confidence back. A leader wants their people to … Continue reading →

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Steps to Take

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

In my study of applying our faith, I wrote the poem below. Steps to Take Start each day out right Each morning see the light Tell God your need He will help to proceed Pray with confidence And expect assistance … Continue reading →