Tag Archives: Israelite

Victory after Many Loses

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

When the work on the Temple was completed as recorded in 2 Chronicles 5, there was a celebration. Judah’s history had been one of instability and a renunciation of religion but interspersed with periods of spiritual reformation. The people had … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Chronicles | Tagged Egypt, God, inner sanctuary, Israelite, Levite, Moses, presence of god, sacred furnishings, Solomon, Temple | 2 Comments

Praise God for Bringing Us This Far

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

At the ancient festivals of Israel like Passover, Pentecost, and Tabernacles the people would thank God for what He had done in the past. For example: the history behind Passover is acknowledging God’s help when He passed by the blood-marked … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged ancient festivals, Blood of Christ, Christ, Christianity, eternal rewards, God, Israel, Israelite, Light, Lord, Passover, Pentecost, Potential, Praise, religion, Rewards, Tabernacles, tenth plague, theology | 6 Comments

Things of God That Reward Our Life

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

We were created to praise Him. My Pastor once brought out the following thought in a sermon: the sunrise, sunset, flowers, lightning storm, rainbow, mountains, meadows, and seas. These things of God reward our lives and we reward God by … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Christianity, David Crowder Band, Encourage, encouragement and inspiration, God, Growing, Inspire, Israelite, Lord, mountains meadows, Praise, Psalm, Psalm 100, rainbow mountains, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Sharing, spirituality, Uplift | 1 Comment

Seek God with all Your Heart and Mind

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Chronicles 15:1-16:6, the people of Israel were not seeking God the way they should and David wanted to do something about it so he prepared a place for the Ark of God (v. 1). He inquired of … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Ark of God, David, God, God's Presence, HolySpirit, Humility, Israelite, Jerusalem, Leader, Levite, Levites, Listen, Lord, Organize, Prioritize, Redeemer, Silence, Worship | 2 Comments

The Spark You Provide For His Team

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

Remember the life story of David; a young man many didn’t think had what it took yet with great faith and courage defeated Goliath. The faith of David made him stronger and once people saw what faith could do, it … Continue reading →