Tag Archives: church

All People Working Together

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Mark Shields

What a wonderful Phenomenon In being a part Of souls being won. Each doing something And fitting into the plan Which is the church Giving each other a hand. Stronger together With all at work Doing what we do And … Continue reading →

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Be Wise and Organize

Posted on October 31, 2019 by Mark Shields

Any leader If they are wise Should prioritize And organize. Accountability Is the way to go To function properly And make things flow. All team members Should do their part To offer ideas In how to work smart. For when … Continue reading →

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Ripple Affect

Posted on October 24, 2019 by Mark Shields

One act of kindness Produces a ripple As the Spirit puts Evil in a pickle. For the power Keeps on affecting A society That is connecting. Joining in to help So those in need receive And more and more Begin … Continue reading →

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Purpose of the Church

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

A great purpose The church does serve As center of Good News With truths to preserve. Linked together With instruction And walking together In one direction. Rooted in Christ, God in the flesh As faith takes hold And things begin … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Power Together

Posted on June 20, 2019 by Mark Shields

InIn the name of Jesus, There is no fear But only power Since He is here. Lay claim to the ONE That we proclaim And unites us all With power in His name. He is our great strength So be … Continue reading →

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Through The Eye of a Needle

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Mark Shields

Living a life That seems so smart but not giving the Lord All of our heart. With something lacking And not at our max Since trusting in ourselves But with God very lax. Trying to earn our way Only with … Continue reading →

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Family Weekend at College

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Mark Shields

Visit at college family weekend relaxing on campus meeting a friend. Hanging at the fountain and eating on campus getting ready for the game at tailgate rumpus. Walk to the stadium to watch the game then to the dorm to … Continue reading →

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The Way

Posted on February 11, 2017 by Mark Shields

Jesus made community personal By selecting twelve to be confidants. To bond together as His apostles And share the grace He grants. Jesus made Himself available; Always a part of a community So that when two or more gather, He … Continue reading →

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Servant Attitude

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

Do people see God’s love in me? Loving one another is the key. Being of one heart and mind; Doing much for mankind; Following Jesus wherever He leads; A Spirit of unity to serve many needs. Taking care of all … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Book of Esther

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

I’ve been reading and studying over the last few weeks in the Book of Esther. I would like to sum up my study in this poem: Lessons from the Book of Esther. Unwise choices lead to unpleasant predicaments. King Xerxes didn’t … Continue reading →

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