Author Archives: Mark Shields

About Mark Shields

Mark volunteers as a member of the media ministry at his church and runs the 10:50 worship service computer. A few years ago, he started an on-line Bible study guide called “This Day with God Devotional”. He uses this as a tool in his journey through the Bible. We live in a very busy world with busy schedules so this tool has helped him continue with daily Bible reading and study. You’re invited to join him on this journey or check in every so often to read his thoughts.

Worship is Rewarding

Continuing my journey as I read in Psalm 122,  I see that the psalmist is ready, cheerful, and excited when going to God’s house. Jerusalem is described as packed in like a church should be in holy love and Christian … Continue reading

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Ascribe to the Lord – Psalm 29:1-3

Ascribe to the Lord, you heavenly beings,    Ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name;    Worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness. The voice of the Lord is … Continue reading

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The Glory of God

A new series called “Isn’t It Amazing” was presented this past weekend at the church I attend. We are taking a look at some of the basics of our faith … this week the message is titled “The Glory of … Continue reading

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Solid Footing

Some days, it’s hard to get our footing just like in this video: Doggy Wakes Up From a Nap and What He Does is Hilarious Going to God when I first awake puts me on solid footing that keeps me … Continue reading

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Go For It

When difficulties and dangers are greatest, the psalmist in Psalm 121 gets comfort and help from the Lord. The Lord protects from harm throughout life. Never going off duty day or night, He protects from the heat of everyday issues and … Continue reading

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Touched with Something Different

From reading Psalms 120, the strategy is to overcome evil with good. There are many battles we face in life and the main source is sin. We face wars, bullies, and those that use deceit and lies to bring others … Continue reading

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Overcome Evil with Good

The psalmist in Psalm 120 was put in a bad situation because someone was lying about him and he needed the Lord’s help.  This psalm was probably written by David when on the run from King Saul and he sought help through … Continue reading

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Questions for Reflection – Psalm 120 – 123

I just finished an amazing journey through Psalm 115-119. You can read about this journey at this link. As I continue the journey through the Bible, the next adventure will take me to Psalm 120-123. Over the next few weeks, … Continue reading

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How to Get Through Stuff

In the post yesterday, I wrote about the last part of Psalm 119 which is the largest chapter of the Bible. It is apparent from reading in Psalm 119:137-176 that the psalmist faced stuff in life and it’s no different … Continue reading

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Benefits of God’s Word

As brought out in Psalm 119:137-176, God’s Word is right, trustworthy, and dependable but even in keeping His Word there is difficulty. There are enemies that bring trouble and distress who try to bring us down by what they do or … Continue reading

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