Tag Archives: Faith

Step Ahead with Optimism and Courage

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

I’ll follow the Way And keep the faith As I follow Jesus And escape the scathe. If trouble comes my way, I’ll maintain hope And pray to God To stay in scope. I’ll keep going even If I consider It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Step Ahead of Competition | Tagged Amazement, Boldness, Courage, Excitement, Faith, Joy, Optimism, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 2 Comments

Loving God and Neighbor

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

To love the Lord With all my heart And my neighbor Each day I start. Is a commandment Of most importance And brings to life Great significance. Each and every day I will always embrace To expand my faith And … Continue reading →

Posted in Love, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Faith, Family, Guidance, Hope, Love, Neighbors, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Relationships | 2 Comments

Feeding Souls

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

From the Holy Word, My soul is fed And in my sharing, Benefits are spread. Let me absorb The nutrients From the Holy Word’s Ingredients. Gaining strength to endure, Patience to wait, Energy to withstand, And faith to be great. … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Energy, Faith, Nutrients, Patience, Photo, Poem, Prayer, spirituality, Strength | 2 Comments

Step Ahead with Confidence

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Mark Shields

Acting in faith, Fears subsided Because for the Lord I have decided. Courage is needed To form the battle lines Against the people Who put me through hard times. Going to the Lord In prayer is a must And planning … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Confidence, Courage, Endurance, Faith, Peace, Photo, Planning, Poetry, Prayer, Preparation | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Enthusiasm, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Creation, Enthusiasm, Faith, Joy, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Vision | 3 Comments

Treasures in Heaven

Posted on July 21, 2022 by Mark Shields

The treasures of heaven Are worth a hundred times The wealth in this world In the strive for the climb. Focusing on the Son Who for all came Rather than wealth, Fortune and fame. Vast spiritual assets Of faith, hope … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry | Tagged Devotion, Encourage, Eternity, Faith, Focus, Hope, Love, Peace, Photo, Poetry, Relationship, Treasure | 2 Comments

Impact the World for the Better

Posted on July 7, 2022 by Mark Shields

Accept the pardon, Feed the inner garden Making an impact By how we act. Humble and kind, Keeping Christ in mind, Making things happen, Being a champion. The salt of the world As the old way is hurled To meet … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry | Tagged Beauty, Faith, Garden, Humility, Inspiration, Kindness, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Soul | 2 Comments

A Trace of Faith

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

A walk near home As I awake Early in the morning With photos to take. Helping my heart, Improving prayer time, Growing my faith With this paradigm. Just one idea Can set you free Like a small seed That grows … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Photos, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Angels, Confidence, Faith, Miracles, Photo, Poetry, Power, Prayer | 2 Comments

Believe and Receive

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Mark Shields

There is greater Efficiency When more see The mission we see. For there is power When Jesus is in control And as we share the bounty Of food for the soul. To have compassion For all in need And then … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Rewards | Tagged Eternity, Faith, Laughter, Music, Nature, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Provision, Rewards, Soul | 2 Comments

Dilute What Pollutes

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Mark Shields

Get a good start And fill up your heart With many good thoughts To connect all the dots. Of faith, hope, and love From up above And begin to dilute Whatever pollutes. Completely clean With the unseen So put in … Continue reading →