Tag Archives: Zion

Looking at Bad Circumstances in a Different Way

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Israelites experienced emotional problems during their captivity in Babylon. Not only had they been taken captive but they had been carried to a foreign land and emotionally tormented. At the time of writing Psalm 137, the exiles were in … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – Psalm 100-102

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Mark Shields

Amazing things happen because of faith. Mountains are moved and dreams come true because the ONE who made the stars more numerous than the grains of sand on the beaches of earth is making the impossible possible. The mission of … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – Psalm 97-99

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Mark Shields

Applying God’s principles of leadership, teamwork, and service is the best way to provide strength and growth. It takes a disciplined continuous effort but it benefits families, businesses, and organizations. The mission of this blog is to demonstrate an instrument … Continue reading →

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Psalm 87

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day is full of excitement because God can be with you at all times and at any place; like when working, washing dishes, soaking up rays, or even scaling up a mountain. There is plenty of excitement expressed in … Continue reading →

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Lamentations 4

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage – Read or Listen Contrast the before and after conditions of Zion. How powerful and safe do you consider your nation? Why? What do verses 17-20 add to the account of the conditions of the poor people left in … Continue reading →