Tag Archives: Mountains

Cultivating Internal Beauty

Posted on July 12, 2017 by Mark Shields

Imagine the great workmanship of the linen curtains as explained in Exodus 26. So much time went into making the inside of the Tabernacle beautiful but there is a balance between beauty and function. Internal beauty was emphasized more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Pleasing Personality | Tagged Beauty, Bible Study, Devotional, Economy, Empowerment, Mountains, Oceans, Prayer, Universe | Leave a comment

All Things are Possible with God

Posted on March 13, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source While building the ark, there were probably many reservations, fears, doubts, and problems that Noah encountered but he responded to this incredible instruction from God with purpose and resolve. Here is a link to a poem I wrote … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Psalm, Purpose | Tagged Achievement, Disciplined, Focus, God, Mountains, Noah, Plan, Resolve, Seas | 2 Comments

Let Us Praise Him

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Mark Shields

As written in Psalm 148, different aspects of the heavens are to praise God like the angels, moon, and stars. Various parts of the earth like sea creatures, weather, mountains, trees, animals, birds, and of course people are to praise … Continue reading →

Posted in Good Common Sense, Psalm | Tagged Angels, Art, Birds, Conversation, Dependable, God, God’s Word, Growth, Inspiration, Majestic, Meadow, Mountains, Music, Nature, Ocean, Peace, Planning, Powerful, Praise, Priorities, Spring, Stars, Sunset | 4 Comments

Questions for Reflection – Psalm 115 – 119

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through Psalm 110-114. I got a good picture of the Messiah and of the rewarding future. The most joyful writings in the world are found in the gospel because they … Continue reading →

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Great Works of God

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Mark Shields

In the post yesterday about Psalms 111-112, I wrote about what we can praise God for. He is majestic, righteous, compassionate, faithful, and just. By just looking at nature, we are witnesses to the great works of the Lord; a … Continue reading →