Category Archives: Faith

Stepping Ahead to Hebrews

Posted on April 8, 2021 by Mark Shields

Be nourished by the gospel; Applying what you learn By following Jesus At each and every turn. Be an example to others And develop strengths carefully By determining your main purpose That fulfills your destiny Be an overcomer; Endure difficulty … Continue reading →

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Unshakable Kingdom

Posted on March 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

The world wants to trust The wisdom of science Yet wrong assertions Cause no reliance.   The world believes Money will bless Yet it is limited And causes stress.   So reconcile to God Through Jesus Christ And live for … Continue reading →

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Next Leg of the Relay Team

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Mark Shields

Our faith initiates Action toward Accomplishment With help from the Lord   There is peace in the Lord Knowing we belong On the relay team And nothing can go wrong   Freed from what entangles To run with endurance Our … Continue reading →

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Eternal Paradise

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

Inch by inch everything Is a cinch because Of confidence in God And what He does   Trust in the plan Live out your passion Step ahead daily Expect good to happen   Patiently fulfilling Your purpose on earth Knowing … Continue reading →

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Journey of Faith

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

Peace comes by acceptance Knowing that we belong Because we have a faith That makes us grow strong   With faith we step ahead And keep on going Because when times are tough There is no slowing   Step ahead … Continue reading →

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Come in the Glory of the Father

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Mark Shields

Christ sends us signs So no need to fuss For He will send angels To guard over us. By learning His ways, Things fall into place So give Him praise Because of grace. Angels will speak life As humanity is … Continue reading →

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Being True to the Best in You

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Mark Shields

Faith built on a rock Your solid mainstay Named Jesus Christ Providing the Way. Redeeming you From the empty way Of worldly shakeups To blessings each day. A life built on A solid foundation Providing support Over temptation. The power … Continue reading →

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Clean and Pure

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Mark Shields

Like the snow covers The rough ground created, God’s grace covers so we Are exonerated. There may be setbacks But with God’s provision, There are no limitations To our grand vision. Because of Jesus, We have a clean slate And … Continue reading →

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The Garden

Posted on May 10, 2020 by Mark Shields

Celebrate Garden Day! This stunning garden At Hampton Court in England Took time to nurture But so is time required when Growing our inner garden This Tanka Poem is inspired by a garden at Hampton Court which is a royal … Continue reading →

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Restoration

Posted on April 9, 2020 by Mark Shields

You know about the past, You are aware Of the present And You Lord care. You care for us And in Your hands Are our challenges With all the demands. You are the ONE, The ONE we trust, The ONE … Continue reading →

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