Tag Archives: Life

Delivered from Enemies

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

The Lord delivered David from his enemies and from the hand of Saul. In Psalm 18:1-24, David spreads his wings in faith to be lifted from his distress by praying for deliverance. As a deliverer, God takes action and we … Continue reading →

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Shadow of Your Wings

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Mark Shields

Keep me as the apple of your eye;      hide me in the shadow of your wings from the wicked who are out to destroy me,      from my mortal enemies who surround me. –Psalm 17:8-9  As shared … Continue reading →

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First Down

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 17, David is praying for the ability to know the right way, to plan out the path to follow, and set out in the right direction. He calls on God to listen to his prayer, continue to love … Continue reading →

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Perfect in all of Your Ways

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6  A moving target makes success very unlikely. What … Continue reading →

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Trusting in the One True

Posted on November 23, 2016 by Mark Shields

Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. – Psalm 20:7 The world has a way of making us feel that we are not quite good enough. We may … Continue reading →

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