Tag Archives: Joy

Effect of God’s Presence

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Mark Shields

As explained in Psalm 97, God’s presence has an effect on nature; the earth is glad, clouds surround Him, fire goes before Him, His lightening lights up the world, the mountains melt like wax. For His people, they see how … Continue reading →

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Praise All Aspects of God

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

The strength of God and the beauty of His creation are being praised in Psalm 96. All aspects of God are being praised; His deeds are being praised, the heavens rejoice, the earth is glad, the sea resounds and all … Continue reading →

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Flourishing Growth

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

Praise God because with Him there is joy; there is flourishing growth because of the salvation and grace of the gospel. Like a palm tree as described in Psalm 92, His people are a symbol of permanence, dignity, and fruitfulness. … Continue reading →

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Believe God Will Carry You

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

We can strive to be the best we can and work extremely hard to prepare for success but nothing is as important as knowing the way of God and going His way. God is strong enough to carry us and … Continue reading →

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The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reading in Nehemiah 7-8, the wall around Jerusalem was finished but the safety of the city depended more on the inhabitants than upon its walls so God put in Nehemiah’s heart the desire to start the process of returning the … Continue reading →