Category Archives: Initiative

Spirit Aflame

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Mark Shields

The nation of Israel was in a time of decline as recorded in Judges 19. They had reached a point of total moral decay. Removing Godly principles from a society has disastrous effects so the poem below is to inspire … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead with Faith

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

Gideon gives us all a good example to follow. The poem below is about how he took a stand against idol worship. We can all be inspired by this great character of the Bible. Make the poem below an affirmation … Continue reading →

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Today’s Exciting Gift

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

The disciples did What Jesus said to do. I should do it too And so should you. So let us start a spark In sisters and brothers To share the Good News And prepare others. So they are excited Opening … Continue reading →

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Extravagance

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Mark Shields

Time is valuable And what we give Extravagant But that’s how we live. Priorities In following the Way Giving God our best part The best part of our day. A part of our worship Is showing gratitude For our blessings … Continue reading →

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Destiny Energy

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Mark Shields

Jesus walked on water And calmed the storm Building our faith To better perform. To assist us all In taking the first step; The first step of faith Which is more than just help. But greater strength Because He shows … Continue reading →

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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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