Tag Archives: Focus

Led By Love From Above

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Mark Shields

Bad leadership Leads to decline But love from above Makes everything fine. So stay on track Stepping ahead And sharing the Word So it will spread. Working together For the good of all Following the mission And fulfilling a call. … Continue reading →

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Listen and Follow

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

Sometimes bad habits compete with God because they require the least effort. It’s easy to have the bad habits but the good ones, like knowing God requires something from us – the desire to listen and a decision to follow. … Continue reading →

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The Way I’m Guided

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

Thankful for the path provided That leads the way; The way I’m guided Each and every day. Thankful for the path provided And the Spirit of power; The way I’m guided Through each and every hour. Thankful for the path … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Plentiful Harvest

Posted on February 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

Plant the word in your heart And follow the Son of Man With thoughts or ideas In following God’s plan. Not in the hard soil Eaten by a bird But in prepared soil So the Word is heard. Not in … Continue reading →

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Sorting Out Priorities and Planning

Posted on December 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Rise up early Before the day begins To know priorities And seek some wins. When thoughts are clear, Concerns are sorted out, Advice is given, And there is no doubt. To plan out next steps And connect the dots Knowing … Continue reading →

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The Decision to Follow

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Mark Shields

Put on your shoes And walk without excuse Getting rid of the blues By sharing the Good News. Understanding the call, Willing to install Without any regrets Vast spiritual assets. Meeting with people At the steeple Or social distancing But … Continue reading →

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Keeping Our Eyes on the ONE Who Brings the Son Shine

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Mark Shields

Lack of focus Always has a way Of causing havoc Which is not okay. But today is a new day As we focus on the ONE Who changed everything; Jesus Christ the Son! God in the flesh From up high … Continue reading →

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Focused on the Way

Posted on July 22, 2021 by Mark Shields

The nation of Israel got into trouble every time they resisted the leadership of Moses and Aaron. We can take this lesson of history to help us see the need to follow the way of God. Nations have a problem … Continue reading →

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Keep Focusing on the Destination

Posted on July 15, 2021 by Mark Shields

The journey through life Is not always easy Thinking of hard times, The stomach is queasy. But things will work out As you prioritize Into God’s plan To reach new highs. By focusing more On your destiny, You’ll hand off … Continue reading →

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