Tag Archives: Obstacles

Steppingstones

Posted on August 6, 2023 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 69 David pictures himself as up to his neck in deep waters. In a state of despair where his enemies hated him for no reason. His life was in grave danger, so he prays for help. Life can … Continue reading →

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Pulled Up From The Deep Waters

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

Rescue me from the mire, do not let me sink; deliver me from those who hate me, from the deep waters. – Psalm 69:14 Mentioned in “Wrongs Made Right” is that life can be disappointing with things that you have … Continue reading →

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Wrongs Made Right

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

A burglar broke into a house and while he was sneaking around he heard a voice say, “Jesus is watching you.” He looked around and saw nothing. He kept on creeping and again heard, “Jesus is watching you.” In a … Continue reading →

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Faith and Integrity

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Meshing a pure heart And a good conscience Douses flaming arrows Of evil existence. The truth of the Law Is our road map To a destination Away from the trap. The grace of God Provides…

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Armor to Win our Battles

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Mark Shields

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. – Ephesians 6:16 The post “Faith and Integrity” points out what is needed to extinguish all … Continue reading →