Category Archives: Optimism

Negative Influences

Posted on October 28, 2021 by Mark Shields

Photo – Taken while going up Mt. Haleakala on the island of Maui. It’s a dormant volcano now but when it was active, the lava from volcanic eruptions formed more than 75% of the island. Deep inside the earth, there … Continue reading →

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Praise Always

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Mark Shields

Deep inside the earth Is built up power Released by the volcanos That ultimately devour. Just like our past With frustration Building up inside With agitation. Causing us to react at times When our thinking Was in the wrong direction; … Continue reading →

Posted in Optimism, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Difficulties, Gratitude, Optimism, Poetry, Praise, Prayer, Satisfaction | 2 Comments

No Pain – No Gain

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

There are pressures faced And deadlines come about But with good people It all works out. For major problems To overcome, There is inspiration So raise your thumb. They can be worked out With God on your side, Taking in … Continue reading →

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One Small Step

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the late sixties Filled with elation Captivated by science And space exploration. The news was positive No pessimism And the future Full of optimism. Discoveries abound And it was sweet Not so negative And always downbeat. Young people need … Continue reading →

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Abundance in Life

Posted on October 12, 2017 by Mark Shields

Impact of faith along with desire pushes one forward and gives great power. Even if discouraged, desire what is good; desire what is just; doing what one should. Making an impact on everyone by showing concern; doing what can be … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Optimism, Poems | Tagged Abundance, Confidence, Encouragement, Faith, Future, Inspiration, Life, Optimism, Poetry | 1 Comment

Far and Wide

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

More joys than stars on a clear night because with grace the future is bright. No more negatives that held you back; changing your future with a winning knack. Forward with the Spirit in all that you do for Christ … Continue reading →

Posted in Optimism, Poems | Tagged Faith Optimism, Good News, Grace, Holy Spirit, Joy, Poetry, Savior, Unity | 3 Comments

Infinite Power

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

Get Free from things like fear, weakness, and doubt. The past may have been bad; a nightmare bomb out. The present may be dark With hard times looming but the future is bright; everything booming. Because of the reward God … Continue reading →

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Opportunity

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Mark Shields

We live in great abundance with opportunities for those even with few which the dreamers of the past thought about but never ever knew. God’s resources are plentiful but His people question so rather than being productive there is always … Continue reading →

Posted in Optimism, Poems | Tagged Abundance, Amazing, Dreams, Future, Inspiration, Mission, Opportunity, Praising, Universe | 1 Comment

Divine Sign

Posted on April 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

If hopes are dashed By issues of many kinds, Look for a sign From the One Divine. His plans do not always fit What many have outlined But His ways are superior To the ways of mankind. So trust His … Continue reading →