Category Archives: Initiative

Setting Out Along the Journey

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Complacency And lack of effort Like wondering In a desert. So let us get away From this desolate zone And trust God when The future is not known. To explore, dream, And discover new ways To be at our best … Continue reading →

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Being Awesome

Posted on September 10, 2020 by Mark Shields

Some great values that underlie free nations include being honest, showing initiative, living obediently, and graciously accepting others as a child of God; a treasured possession He wonderfully made. These values affect our attitudes toward the major issues facing us … Continue reading →

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Get Out There

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

Be intentional About growing, About feeding the soul To overflowing. Ask for God’s help To meet the objective And form a plan To be effective. At the dawn of each day, Celebrate God’s care With praise and prayer And by … Continue reading →

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Precious Blood of Jesus

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Mark Shields

Blood has importance In supporting life So God choose it For His people to thrive. For atonement, He was sacrificed As blood was shed By Jesus Christ Through this sacrifice, We overcome shame And are linked to power That brings … Continue reading →

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Make the Choice of Truth

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Mark Shields

The step to salvation, Making the choice of Truth Where grace covers wrong Made in one’s youth. The Way of the past Was not okay But this new way today Is to seek Him and pray. To speak up, be … Continue reading →

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The Spark That Starts

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Each day should begin Taking in fresh air, Bible reading, And a morning prayer. A passion gained From the inside Where the Spirit Of God does guide. Studying the Bible Through the years Sharing with family Along with peers. After … Continue reading →

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Boldly Step Ahead

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Angels will help Boldly step ahead. On this spiritual journey Being daily fed. Learning new things About God and self. Refusing mediocrity; Into the Word we delve. Getting ready for the challenge Of each and every day By going to … Continue reading →

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Put Him First and Problems Disperse

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

Life can be one big challenge But with God we can manage So let Him do the leading Proceeding on what we are needing. Having courage to make a stand And following what He has planned. Taking on Issues head-on; … Continue reading →

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Fruits of the Spirit – Faithfulness

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

Led to faith By someone Who shared About God’s Son. Let us keep inviting And continue connecting As the Holy Spirit Keeps on affecting. Being faithful in giving So those in need receive And are so very thankful No longer … Continue reading →

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Power Every Hour

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Mark Shields

Regular people doing an extraordinary thing Because of the help of our King Being the best we can every day So positive results come our way Discovering a place in this world Making sure His power is unfurled Going to … Continue reading →

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