Tag Archives: Strength

Seek the Prize and Arise

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Mark Shields

Believe God will give you what you need and keep working to paint a picture of future victory. Here’s a video to inspire this action: Revelation Song – Kari Jobe. But as for you, be strong and do not give … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Psalm 143-146

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Mark Shields

David was on the run as He wrote Psalm 139-142. He was running from Saul’s men who were sent to kill him. Saul was jealous of David and saw him as a threat to his power. David is discouraged, an … Continue reading →

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Prayer Can Transform Despair into Jubilant Victory

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Mark Shields

How can we have hope in times of despair? We can go to the Lord in prayer and problems can be transformed. The treasure of hope can rescue during difficulty and provide a smoother pathway to the future. In the … Continue reading →

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Hope in a Time of Despair

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Mark Shields

David’s problem in Psalm 142 is that he is fleeing from Saul’s men. He is not only in physical danger but emotionally he feels that no one cares for him. He’s in a cave in a desperate situation with no … Continue reading →

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He Touched Daniel and Touches Us Too

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Mark Shields

In April of 1970, the Apollo 13 crew was in a close call. In the movie depicting the event called “Apollo 13”, they were returning to earth when their control panel shorted out and everything went dark but they were … Continue reading →