Tag Archives: Worship

Looking Back At Psalms 52-57 For Encouragement On The Journey Ahead

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Mark Shields

For the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through Psalms 52-57. David faced many challenges fleeing from Saul. He was oppressed, in fear, and his world was crumbling around him, but he handled it with poise. Below, is … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 03-17-2023

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post Listen and Follow that points out that it takes no effort for our bad habits like a lack of focus, discipline, faith, etc. to zap our … Continue reading →

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I Take Refuge

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me, For in you I take refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings Until the disaster has passed. – Psalm 57:1 A thought from “The Shadow of … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 03-10-2023

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by The Boomerang Effect.  Getting what you want in the wrong way is short term and inconsistent. History tells us that there is usually a negative boomerang effect. On … Continue reading →

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Take Courage in the Fight

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Mark Shields

Do not be terrified, or afraid of them. The Lord your God, who is going before you, will fight for you. –  Deuteronomy 1:29 From the post “Scary Situations”, noted was that there are times when it seems the challenge … Continue reading →

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