Tag Archives: Devotional

Pressing Challenges

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Mark Shields

From Psalm 70, David’s appeal to God was made because he was in a difficult time as his enemies had him where they wanted him. We may not have enemies coming after us but there are pressing challenges to take … Continue reading →

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Lacking Nothing

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

The testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. – James 1:3-4 From the study “He Guides and Provides”, Elijah took steps right where he was … Continue reading →

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Steppingstones

Posted on August 6, 2023 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 69 David pictures himself as up to his neck in deep waters. In a state of despair where his enemies hated him for no reason. His life was in grave danger, so he prays for help. Life can … Continue reading →

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Environment for Success

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

In my integrity you uphold me and set me in your presence forever. – Psalms 41:12 The people of Israel went through some difficult times as brought out in “Leaders with Integrity Needed”. The common denominator of the kings of … Continue reading →

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Doing What is Right

Posted on August 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

Asa did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, as his father David had done. – 1 Kings 15:11 We studied in 1 Kings 15:9-24 about a king that did what was right in the eyes of God … Continue reading →

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