Tag Archives: Hope

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 →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged Apollo 13, Crisis, David, God, Honesty, Hope, Light, Listen, Path, Power, Prayer, Saul, Strength, Thankful | 2 Comments

Daniel and the Lions’ Den

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading in Daniel 6, king Darius appointed Daniel as one of the three administrators over 120 governors within the Median/Persian Empire. Daniel was a very distinguished leader and the king thought so highly of him that plans were being set … Continue reading →

Posted in Daniel | Tagged Courage, Daniel, Faith, Faithfulness, God, Hope, Leadership, Lesson, Lion’s Den, Love, Median/Persian Empire, Optimism, Prayer, Prosperity, Step Ahead of Competition, victory | 2 Comments

Anchored by the Promise of a Secure Future

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Mark Shields

This day with God, hold the course and be anchored by the promise of a secure future. Have something to look forward to. Be of good cheer and always remember the love of God and the reward of eternity through … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Christ, Encouragement, Eternity, Future, Hope, Jeremy Camp, Promise, Reward, Scriptures, Security | Leave a comment

Follow the Path Away from Corruption

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Mark Shields

For a society to build up a resistance to corruption, we have to believe that small actions over time will build up to make major improvements. We have to look at corruption as the enemy and work together to identify … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Courage, Faith, false teacher, False Teachers, Free, God’s Word, Google Images, Gospel Message, Hope, Jesus, Love, Negative Attitudes, Negative Habits, Optimism, Path, Peter, Righteousness, Saved, victory | 2 Comments

Hope in the Lord Sets Us Free

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Mark Shields

As explained in yesterday’s post, life can be difficult but with God there is grace and power; hope in the Lord sets us free. Being patient is hard because our mind keeps telling us to give up but hope keeps … Continue reading →