Tag Archives: Determination

An Hour Provides the Power

Posted on January 13, 2022 by Mark Shields

This day with God, Give Him an hour And He will provide Amazing power. To warm your heart For every day With a brighter future Coming your way. You may feel down, You may feel worn out, You may feel … Continue reading →

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Connected to the Vine

Posted on November 1, 2018 by Mark Shields

Times may be tough In financial debt With all hope lost But needs can be met. So keep on going With determination And things will change In short duration. Impossible Only yesterday Becomes possible With God’s Way. He sets things … Continue reading →

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God’s Love for You

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Mark Shields

God’s love for you Changes thought Giving self-confidence To do what you ought. God’s love for you Gives determination To keep going For the duration. God’s love for you Inspires you to hope Even when down To the end of … Continue reading →

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Shame to Fame

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

A lesson given In determination From a young lad Seeking an education. Born into wealth His dad hits a tough spell Losing everything And life not so swell. Could not attend University With lack of funds And adversity. Married at … Continue reading →

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Mission Focused

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Mark Shields

With each new step You prayerfully chose, Good plans are written And confidence grows. For plans not accomplished, Adjustments can be made, Attitudes changed, And new ones weighed. To finish a quest You have desired, Determination Is always required. Sometimes … 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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Hope for a Nation

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Mark Shields

Hope affects current behavior As we build toward a better life. We visualize the rewards, See a better future without strife. We pray for His direction; And our determination; Then work is done without trepidation And before us is a … Continue reading →

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Determination

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Mark Shields

Image Source Turning dreams into reality and fulfilling God’s purpose for us in life is not easy. It was not easy for Jesus to fulfill His purpose here on earth. Some obstacles we face in life may include hardships, trouble, … Continue reading →

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