Monthly Archives: December 2025

Renewed and Restored

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

Because of the birth,Of baby Jesus,Immanuel—God is with us. Creation rejoices,Heaven and nature sings,For what God has done,For all He will bring. There is something more,Beyond what we can see,Beyond what we imagine,Beyond what is to be. The star that … Continue reading →

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Poetry for the Soul Saturday 12-20-2025

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Mark Shields

🌟 A Holiday Poem on Forgiveness Why is it so hard to forgive,When memories linger, sharp as a sieve?The holidays draw us near once more,Yet some hearts stay closed, some wounds still sore. Families gather, tables spread wide,But shadows of … Continue reading →

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Poetry for the Soul Saturday 12-13-2025

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Mark Shields

Poetry has a unique power to extract profound truths into a few potent words, crystallizing our thoughts and stirring the heart and soul. It speaks where text falters, reaching into the spiritual core of our being. As we reflect on … Continue reading →