Monthly Archives: October 2013

The Clear Advantage

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

Seek God and rally round; It is the enemy we will confound; By being persistent and enduring; By sticking to the plan and maturing. Faith inspires true courage; The Lord will continue to encourage; To set up opportunities; And build … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Step Ahead of Competition | Tagged Bible, Christ, God, Lord, Methodism, rally round, Vocus, Waco Texas | 3 Comments

Let the Master Handle Disaster

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

Every current disaster Has an answer When we go to the Master; Put Christ In the center of it. Let us commit And the Holy Spirit Will begin to emit And faith will transmit Our trust in the ONE, To … Continue reading →

Posted in Overcome Difficulty, Poems | Tagged Books of Chronicles, Christ, Christianity, God, Holy Spirit, Master, Religion and Spirituality | 3 Comments

The Benefits of a Walk

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Mark Shields

Take a little time in your day To walk and meander along the way, Having no destination in mind; The beauty is in the walking you will find. Take the fast pace out of living. Forget past hurts and be … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Romance | Tagged Christ, God, health, Romance, Walking | 4 Comments

The Bible Invites Life

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

This poem was inspired by a sermon at First Methodist Church of Waco. The Bible invites life; Life in relationship with a Risen Savior; The Savior that overcame death; This Risen Savior changes our behavior. The Bible invites life; Life made … Continue reading →

Posted in Initiative, Poems | Tagged Bible, Christianity, God, Jesus, Methodism, Religion and Spirituality, Risen Savior, sermon at First Methodist Church, The Bible, Waco Texas | 2 Comments

The Power of Words

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

Words can connect Or they can redirect. Take time to associate So it’s easier to negotiate. Use words that persuade So it can be conveyed That it’s about them. They are a gem. Explain the subject So others will interject. … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged leadership, Meetings, Positive feedback, Tact, Words | Leave a comment

The Bible Invites Relationship

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Mark Shields

This poem was inspired by a sermon at First Methodist Church of Waco. He touched the untouchable; Proclaiming the Good News; Even those with leprosy; If willing to choose. He freed the imprisoned; Proclaiming freedom for all; Freedom from ailments; … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Relationships | Tagged Christianity, First Methodist Church, God, Gospel of Matthew, Jesus, Matthew, Methodism, Tax collector, the Good News | 4 Comments

Devotion and Passion

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

Put your heart in the right place as you arise; Make the things of God your prize; Take the lead; In every deed. Have an ongoing commitment; Go the distance until fulfillment; Run the victorious way; Share the victory with … Continue reading →

Posted in Desire, Poems | Tagged Cardiovascular Disorders, Christ, Conditions and Diseases, God, health, Heart Disease, heart in the right place, Solomon | Leave a comment

The Bible Invites Victory

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

The world may tell us to worship idols; The new car or brand new house; The spouse wearing the brand new blouse Or the one with jeans by Levi Strauss. The world puts a fire to our feet; Wants to … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged Abednego, Christianity, God, Jesus, Levi Strauss, Nebuchadnezzar II, Shadrach Meshach and Abednego | 3 Comments

Be Lifted to New Heights of Accomplishment

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

Be lifted to new heights of accomplishment By simplifying and letting God do the amazing part. Write the script of life with a pencil. God has the eraser and given you the heart. Explore new opportunities. When the God of … Continue reading →