Tag Archives: Victories

Walking in the Spirit

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

Those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. – Galatians 5:24-25 A thought from “Defeating the Enemy” is that victories come by … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Discipline | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Defeating the Enemy

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

In the movie “Karate Kid”, the kid learned karate from the older man by doing menial task like shining cars and painting a fence. By the way, what do you call a pig that knows karate? I’ll give the answer … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Discipline | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

An Instant Lift Higher

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Mark Shields

For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16  As shared in the post “The Loving Father”, David was in … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Love | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Loving Father

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Mark Shields

There are references in Psalm 25 which show David’s dependence on God. He was in distress but trusted God for guidance, instruction, and security. David appealed to God’s great quality of being a loving Father who offers guidance to His … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Love | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments