Tag Archives: Accomplishment

Things Fall in Place Because of Grace

Posted on May 5, 2022 by Mark Shields

Irritated by others Going the wrong way When sometimes we Are the ones that stray. Going in circles Throughout each day Following man made rules Rather than God’s Way. Which is found in scripture And what we should embrace As … Continue reading →

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Architect and Builder

Posted on September 10, 2020 by Mark Shields

We have the plan And attention span To go out to build Being Spirit filled. We always connect To the Architect Of this movement To life improvement. Accepting the Savior Changing behavior As we follow His lead And do a … Continue reading →

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Peak Performance

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Mark Shields

LiLike a sports team, Study competition To know tendencies And their ambition. Your competition Is anything Holding you back or Taking away your zing. Like fear, despair, Or lack of time That keeps you from Making the climb. So study … Continue reading →

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Objectives

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Mark Shields

You set out today For the best day by far By pointing out What the objectives are. Gaining perspective And getting the directive, Your eyes are clearly Fixed on the objective. With intermediate Points as your guide, Accomplish with pride … Continue reading →

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Your Role for the Goal

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Mark Shields

You need to determine The role you will play To be at your best For each and every day. Like the athlete Out of position To help the team Beat the competition, Switch your position And find your strength To … Continue reading →

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Spark in the Dark

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Mark Shields

Know where you stand Where you want to go With a passion To always grow. Discover the thing You can provide To a world in need Distant and wide. Identify your Strength that reflects Creativity And wonderful effects. Discover who … Continue reading →

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Purpose for this Moment

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

God has a purpose In those He has chosen And warmed the heart So the soul is not frozen. Receiving instructions Toward the Way, Equipped to lead others And be a mainstay. In all circumstances, God has placed you Where … Continue reading →

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Determination

Posted on March 8, 2017 by Mark Shields

Don’t dwell on the past; look to the present and to the future with good intent. Regardless of problems criticisms, or events, give the extra effort and stay on offense. Fit pieces together by being resolute; follow through on plans … Continue reading →

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Plans

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Mark Shields

By writing out your plans, Confidence will grow With each action step, The momentum will flow. For plans not accomplished, Adjustments are made, Attitudes are changed, Bad habits start to fade. Courage is needed When feathers are ruffled As new … Continue reading →

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Keep our Eyes on the Lord

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Mark Shields

History tells us of societies Going in the wrong direction Trying to make it on their own Losing a spiritual connection The thinking is no need for God To build things on their own Tower of Babel comes to mind … Continue reading →

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