Tag Archives: God

Hope Instead of Mope

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

In studying Psalm 141-142 last week, what I took away is that we should hope instead of Mope. We should respond to criticism with a good attitude; seeing the critique as giving valuable feedback. Then take this feedback before God … Continue reading →

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Hope in a Time of Despair

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Mark Shields

David’s problem in Psalm 142 is that he is fleeing from Saul’s men. He is not only in physical danger but emotionally he feels that no one cares for him. He’s in a cave in a desperate situation with no … Continue reading →

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Living Out Our Faith

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

In the post “Pray for What You Say and Do”, I wrote about David’s prayer and about being careful in how we respond to criticism. Like David, we should pray that our response to criticism is with tact. We should … Continue reading →

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Seek what is True and He will Get You Through

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Mark Shields

In studying Psalm 139-140 this week, what I noted was that we should hate what is wrong and desire what is right. We should desire to have Godly thoughts. If we are devoted to the things of God, then we are … Continue reading →

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His Presence Protects

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Mark Shields

David is asking God to give protection from evil men. As described in Psalm 140, evil men are described as being violent and always stirring up war. They set up evil plans that trap David. But God’s presence protects. There … Continue reading →