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Psalm 74

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Mark Shields

God’s people had been through so much and the psalmist begs God for help in Psalm 74. God’s divine power is acknowledged as creator of earth, the controller of the seasons, and the One who turns day into day and … Continue reading →

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Psalm 73

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Mark Shields

Good thoughts of God give strength to overcome the persuasion of sin. Christ our arbitrator provides the presence of God for guidance and security. After reading Psalm 73, a thought that occurred is that a Christian becomes a new creation … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 32

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Mark Shields

Billy Graham once said, “God’s angels often protect his servants from potential enemies”. In Ezekiel 32, the images used to describe Pharaoh king of Egypt are intimidating descriptions like a lion or monster. Yet when God goes against his kingdom … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 31

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Mark Shields

In Ezekiel 31, Egypt is compared to a tall cedar tree which is nourished by roots growing deep in the ground and fed by abundant spring waters. The problem is that Egypt had too much pride and its pride kept … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 27

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Mark Shields

Tyre is personified as a ship in Ezekiel 27 that becomes shattered by the sea and sinks to the bottom. Once abounding in wealth, Tyre forgot about the ONE who gave them wealth in the first place. In reflecting upon … Continue reading →

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