Tag Archives: Joy

Rally Strength with Spiritual Food for the Soul

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

In Genesis 48, Jacob became ill so Joseph took his two sons to see his father. While there, Jacob rallies his strength to bless his grandchildren Ephraim and Manasseh. Jacob talks about his life; summing it up as one in … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Health | Tagged Blessing, Future, God, Hope, Joy, Memories, Obedience, Peace, Purpose, Trust | 1 Comment

Let it Go

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Redeemer, one point written about is how the family of Jacob was being destroyed by the past. When Judah steps ahead and begs Joseph for the chance to take the place of Benjamin, we are reminded of … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Music | Tagged Bible, Christ, Confession, Cross, Dream, Faith, Freedom, Future, God, Hope, Joseph, Joy, Judah, Momentum, Redeemer, victory | Leave a comment

Blessings Multiplied

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Mark Shields

After the dream that Jacob had at Bethel as written about in the post An Amazing Future in His Presence, he acted promptly and stepped ahead with a purpose. The world tells us that everything is limited but with God, … Continue reading →

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An Amazing Future in His Presence

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source Jacob was told by Isaac in Genesis 28 to go find a wife among the daughters of Laban, his mother’s brother. On his way, he had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Optimism | Tagged Dream, Future, God, God’s Word, Guidance, Isaac, Jacob, Joy, Life, Optimism, Praise | 3 Comments

His Spirit is with Us

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

Abraham was disciplined and constantly asked God for direction. He then consistently followed through and others began to see that God was with him in everything he did. We can trust in God’s presence, direction, and care just like Abraham … Continue reading →