Tag Archives: Overcome Difficulty

My Intercessor is My Friend

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; on behalf of a man he pleads with God as a man pleads for his friend. – Job 16:20-21 It’s hard to accept the old adage “pain … Continue reading →

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Second Wind

Posted on June 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Running long distances can be a struggle as the body gets tired and it feels that every stride becomes harder and harder. Many long distance runners talk of getting a second wind that pushes them on to victory. Reading today … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Lift for Difficult Days

Posted on February 1, 2022 by Mark Shields

In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul. – Psalm 94:19 The post “Brighter Tomorrow” gave a lesson in stepping ahead of dark times by finding solutions. Before the dark times get darker, we can … Continue reading →

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Brighter Tomorrow

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Mark Shields

A golden sunset that pierces through and colors the clouds may give an inspiring lift after a difficult day. The picture of a sunset was taken only about three miles from my house at Woodway Park in Waco Texas. There … Continue reading →

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Contending with Difficulty

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

To you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake. – Philippians 1:29 In the post “Bridge the Gap”, we are reminded of the unjust suffering that … Continue reading →