Tag Archives: Enthusiasm

Productive And Efficient

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – Bing Images In Judges 7 , God gave Gideon a plan that was productive and efficient. The poem below is inspired by that plan. Make it an affirmation for you as you go about your day. God’s … Continue reading →

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Come to the Table with the Savior

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

We experience Highs and some lows As we go up against Those who oppose. The lows of life Make us callous Which brings on Thoughts of malice. But with the Holy Spirit, We focus on the unseen And the enemy … Continue reading →

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Plus for Us

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Like a flowing stream Rushing … rushing Is God’s grace That keeps coming. Available to all As we work as a team With efficiency Like a well-oiled machine. Patience is needed As we work together To make what was heavy … Continue reading →

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Spirit Aflame

Posted on March 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

This day with God, The Spirit is aflame, The past is gone, The future will be changed. Nothing bad remains, Thinking … oh wow, Feeling energized Right here, right now! Living this day To the fullest Getting to new places … 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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Special Days

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

Before Christ, offerings Involved preparation But now, there is No hesitation. By accepting Christ, There is rest And each day is special So offer God your best. Enthusiastically Live with devotion, Spur each other on, And get in motion. Have … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Desolation to Restoration

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Mark Shields

Difficult days faced Going from desolation But things fall in place To restoration   Because of the Savior I learn His ways To change behavior To give Him praise   As I pray for help You will carry me To … Continue reading →

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Amazing Vista of Hope

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Mark Shields

My hopes and dreams Have gone amiss So I climb higher To this precipice.   To a brighter future Away from the cabal Where there is peace And joy for all.   My thoughts proceed Away from all strife For … Continue reading →

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Make Every Day Count

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

Victory is in sight And we happily Shout for joy Enthusiastically!   The plans of God Are forever And with us always In every endeavor.   Abundant life now And forever In paradise For whomever.   Impacting our thinking Because … Continue reading →

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