Tag Archives: Religion and Spirituality

Play Your Part with Enthusiasm

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

The reading today is Psalm 98 and it is a psalm of praise for the anticipation of the coming Lord. All of creation is invited to join the festivities; the people of the world, the sea, the rivers, and mountains. … Continue reading →

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The Better Way

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Mark Shields

The author of Psalm 94 lived in a day when government promoted wrongdoing and persecuted the virtuous. He pleads with God for a settling of scores. Think of all the negative enterprises today that prosper while they destroy the lives … Continue reading →

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He Carries Us to the Finish Line

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reading in Psalm 93, praise is given to God for He is majestic, powerful, and eternal. He turned our problem into a solution through Jesus Christ and carries us to the finish line. Here’s a video that underscores this truth: … Continue reading →

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Putting Attention on God First

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Mark Shields

My Pastor at the church I attend said in a sermon that when our attention is on God first, everything else works. God can help us organize, prioritize, and reorder to create a plan. All we need to do is … Continue reading →

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Flourishing Growth

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

Praise God because with Him there is joy; there is flourishing growth because of the salvation and grace of the gospel. Like a palm tree as described in Psalm 92, His people are a symbol of permanence, dignity, and fruitfulness. … Continue reading →