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Desolation to Restoration

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Facing difficulty In a desolate place But you can meet It face to face. From desolation With so much strife To a place of joy And peace in life. There may be mistakes Along the…

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The Plan Gives Integrity

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Because of my integrity you uphold me and set me in your presence forever. – Psalm 41:12  The post “Lining Up with the Plan” had some thoughts about the importance of following God’s plan.  We can accept God’s plan for … Continue reading →

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Lining Up with the Plan

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Mark Shields

Brought out in Psalms 41 are David’s problems. His past sins were heavy on his heart and He also had the issue with His son Absalom who rebelled against him. Another problem faced by David was his best friend and … Continue reading →

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Requests Fulfilled

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

In the two previous psalms, David had experienced prolonged difficulty with sorrow and helplessness. His enemies were evil and slanderous and he needed relief. To make his relief possible, he confesses his sin and goes to God in prayer. The … Continue reading →

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The Bad Mood Breaker

Posted on March 7, 2019 by Mark Shields

The affliction described in Psalms 39 strikes David very deeply. There was guilt after seducing the wife of his most loyal soldier and then arranging to have this soldier killed. The guilt for David was heavy on his heart and … Continue reading →

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