Tag Archives: Christmas

The Best Gift

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Searching for a gift But little time to go For the stress is high And I just don’t know. Most gifts are short term But one is forever And meaningful For any endeavor. The gift of a Savior Born in … Continue reading →

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The Star

Posted on December 15, 2022 by Mark Shields

Just like the wise men Looking for Jesus again, Gaze for a star today To lead the way. Search with persistence Even under resistance For the star is a friend Or new song to send. A Bible verse Ready to … Continue reading →

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All Belong

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Mark Shields

In our brokenness, There is righteousness; Something incredible, Making us credible. Overcoming strife With a brand new life And healing our heart To give a new start. With each breath of life, We continue to thrive And exhale praise For … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Shepherds

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Mark Shields

Shepherds keeping The flocks by night And an angel appears From the sky so bright. Saying now is the time To bring restoration And Good news for all In exultation. Without hesitation, They went to the manger To find the … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Joseph

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Mark Shields

Ordinary Joseph Was used to fill a need And with obedience He would proceed. For the Angel told him It was okay To take Mary as wife Even in dismay. Joseph faithfully Said yes to the call Setting in motion … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Mary

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

An encounter Of the ordinary Like Mary with God Is extraordinary. Giving more faith To keep on doing The impossible In our pursuing. To fulfill our life plan Even when suffering With fear or doubt Starts to set in. For … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Wise Men

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Mark Shields

Ordinary Wise Men Looking up high Noticing a star Up in the sky.   Experts in ancient text And astronomy Carrying out their job Methodically.   Experts are good But take into account That God’s expertise Is paramount.   Following … Continue reading →

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The Gift

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on This Day With God – A Spiritual Journey:
This day with God, accept the gift that is useful for a lifetime and beyond: God’s Plan for Us. Merry Christmas!

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Pass It On

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Mark Shields

You are a part Of His story That fulfills a promise And such a mystery. A miraculous deed At the least likely place And the least likely time That offers grace. A part of His story That lets the Good … Continue reading →

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Follow the Light

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Mark Shields

Dwelling in darkness, Overcome with despair, And a world in need Of major repair. Then came the birth That changed the outlook; The birth of Jesus Explained in God’s book. His story of a Savior To set us free And … Continue reading →

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