Monthly Archives: December 2020

Desolation to Restoration

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Mark Shields

Difficult days faced Going from desolation But things fall in place To restoration   Because of the Savior I learn His ways To change behavior To give Him praise   As I pray for help You will carry me To … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Wise Men

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Mark Shields

Ordinary Wise Men Looking up high Noticing a star Up in the sky.   Experts in ancient text And astronomy Carrying out their job Methodically.   Experts are good But take into account That God’s expertise Is paramount.   Following … Continue reading →

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Amazing Vista of Hope

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Mark Shields

My hopes and dreams Have gone amiss So I climb higher To this precipice.   To a brighter future Away from the cabal Where there is peace And joy for all.   My thoughts proceed Away from all strife For … Continue reading →

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Make Every Day Count

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

Victory is in sight And we happily Shout for joy Enthusiastically!   The plans of God Are forever And with us always In every endeavor.   Abundant life now And forever In paradise For whomever.   Impacting our thinking Because … Continue reading →

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True Value

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Mark Shields

His sacrifice On the rugged cross Did what the law couldn’t And there is gain not loss.   A treasure forever That is spiritual With true value And not perishable.   Taking away my debt I begin again With unlimited … Continue reading →

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