Tag Archives: victory

Follow the Path Away from Corruption

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Mark Shields

For a society to build up a resistance to corruption, we have to believe that small actions over time will build up to make major improvements. We have to look at corruption as the enemy and work together to identify … Continue reading →

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Stick to the Plan and Rejoice About the Big Plus Sign

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

All nations are called on to praise God because His steadfast love endures forever. Those who call on Him are comforted with everlasting goodness and mercy. Psalm 117-118 takes us from the exile in Babylon to the time Jesus walked … Continue reading →

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Thank You God

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

In yesterday’s post about Psalm 116, I wrote about the many reasons to love the Lord. The consistent theme in God’s Word is joy and victory as we ask for His help in managing the affairs of our life. Imagine … Continue reading →

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Our Living God

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

Pointed out in Psalm 115, idols do not have any sense or reason and are works of human hands: the painter, the carver, the statuary. They can’t see, hear, smell, feel, or speak but God has all of these along … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – Psalm 115 – 119

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through Psalm 110-114. I got a good picture of the Messiah and of the rewarding future. The most joyful writings in the world are found in the gospel because they … Continue reading →