Tag Archives: Purpose

Hope and Confidence Confounds the Enemy

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Mark Shields

The Christians at Smyrna were being persecuted by pagan Gentiles, hostile Jews, and by Satan himself. Smyrna, a large city that reached metropolitan proportions during the period of the Roman Empire, was rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Since it was … Continue reading →

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How is Love of Christ Demonstrated

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Mark Shields

The church in Ephesus is addressed in Revelation 2:1-7. The message to them from Christ is that their deeds, hard work, and perseverance are acknowledged and praised but they had abandoned their first love. They must correct this by asking … Continue reading →

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Praise God For Who We Are

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

We have enemies; voices and lies like regret and defeat but we are a child of the ONE True King. Give praise to God for what he has done and will do in our life. Be enthusiastic and find a purpose … Continue reading →

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The Victorious Life

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Mark Shields

Faithful people have reason to praise God. As written in Psalm 149, joy and enthusiasm characterize their praise. The Lord takes delight in His believers and provides victory (v. 4). The characteristic that is linked to a victorious life is … Continue reading →

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My Rock, Fortress, and Shield

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Mark Shields

David uses the symbols of a rock, fortress, and shield to describe God in Psalm 144 as He remembers past victories over enemies that have been subdued by the Lord. He describes God as strong, solid, and immovable yet someone … Continue reading →

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