Tag Archives: Soul

Purpose for this Moment

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
God has a purpose In those He has chosen And warmed the heart So the soul is not frozen. Receiving instructions Toward the Way, Equipped to lead others And be a mainstay. In all circumstances,…

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Cheerfulness

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  The memories you make give you a … Continue reading →

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My Shepherd

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Psalm 23, many phrases reveal David’s attitude toward God as a shepherd. He cares for our basic needs like food or water or our eternal needs with our soul. He guides us during dark times or in making … Continue reading →

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Meditation of My Heart

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Mark Shields

May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. – Psalm 19:14  Going out in the backyard either at night before going to sleep or in … Continue reading →

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More Precious Than Gold

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

As pointed out in Psalm 19 there are two sources by which we can receive the knowledge of God; through His Word and in His Creation. This knowledge is more precious than gold and can be found through reading and … Continue reading →

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