Tag Archives: Advice

Mining for Valuable Resources

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Fulfilling promises Of long-range aims, God works in the background And always reigns. So put your thoughts Upon the Word And follow the prompting The Spirit has stirred. To be led to a place Where things do flourish Because His … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Thoughts | Tagged Adversity, Advice, Encouragement, Enthusiasm, Guidance, Instructions, Poetry, Prayer, Thoughts | 2 Comments

Guided By His Word

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Lord guides us today And things fall into place With the spoken word That we love to embrace. Lessons are given From the Bible That sink into the heart And make us able. Instructions are given As we follow … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Advice, Decisions, Grace, Guidance, Insight, Poem, Prayer, Savior, Spirit | 2 Comments

Connect with Respect

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Mark Shields

Gain respect with behavior With hard work and endurance Loose respect with negative actions With negligence and incompetence Some act as though They know everything Thinking they are something But not doing anything They set others up for failure Refusing … Continue reading →

Posted in Pleasing Personality, Poems | Tagged Advice, Behavior, Challenges, Excellence, Fun, Kindness, Nice, Respect, Smile, Strengths | Leave a comment

Step Ahead with Answers Received from Daniel 1-12

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Mark Shields

The Word gives us answers to our basic questions; how we should live and how we can be victorious in life. Reading over the last few weeks in Daniel 1-12, I’ve learned how Daniel was disciplined in the ways of … Continue reading →

Posted in Lessons Learned | Tagged Advice, Answers, Character, Christ, Courage, Daniel, Discipline, Dreams, Faith, God’s Word, Growth, Guidance, Humility, Initiative, Inspiration, Jesus, Learning, Lessons, Passion, Peace, Poems, Praise, Prayers, Purpose, Restoration, Reward, Strength, Victorious, Worship | Leave a comment

Rock Solid Thinking

Posted on March 1, 2014 by Mark Shields

Christ will return to rule So don’t go out and be a fool. Only God has all the answers; Use them as your anchors. Be dependent on Him; Without Him, things are grim. Ask the questions, Learn the lessons. So … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Poems | Tagged Advice, Anchors, Christ, Credibility, God, Guidance, Humility, Journey, Leader, Lessons, Life, Overcome Difficulty, Questions, Reachable, Readers, Teachable, Thinking | 2 Comments

Comebacks After Setbacks

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Mark Shields

Like an enormous tree visible to you and me to the ends of the earth with great worth. A tree with beautiful leaves; underneath a soothing breeze with abundant fruit granting plenty of lute. Providing protection; a place for reflection … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Poems | Tagged abundant fruit, Advice, Character, enormous tree, Faith, Fruit, God, Guide, Heaven, Humility, Jesus, Pride, Reflection, Stability, Stump, Tree, Wisdom, Worth | Leave a comment

Boldness Through Prayer

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Mark Shields

Daniel received a vision after asking in prayer. We too can receive direction if our devotion is there. Ask for guidance, dream a big dream, pray about it; faith is the theme. Mysteries were revealed to Daniel in visions and … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Poems | Tagged Advice, Boldness, Daniel, Decisions, Devotion, Direction, Dream, Faith, Guidance, Prayer, Promises, Vision | Leave a comment

Dream Big Dreams

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Mark Shields

Dream big dreams, be part of His team, have a daily prayer and He will take care. He will provide sustenance and all the guidance, so take the initiative , and be appreciative. A positive future imagine and it will … Continue reading →