Tag Archives: Freedom

Admit It to Fix It

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

A point of total Moral decay Requires a return To the Lord’s Way. Admitting corruption In order to fix it With integrity From Holy Spirit. Going to the Lord To become strong, And to know right From what’s wrong. On … Continue reading →

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Withstand the Test of Time

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Mark Shields

Made of black granite, A solid material, Is the Vietnam Wall Memorial. Reliable like God’s Lasting principles Through the test of time And invincible. To honor those who gave The ultimate sacrifice Much like our Christ Dying for our life. … Continue reading →

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Bridge to Eternity

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Mark Shields

It may take time But if there is a plan, There is a better shot At being all we can. It may take effort But because of grace, Things will fall into place And we will win the race. For … Continue reading →

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Keeping Others in Mind

Posted on January 20, 2022 by Mark Shields

Large crowds followed Beside the lake As He taught the Way, People started to awake. Awake to His teachings Of being kind, Always patient, Keeping others in mind. Having an impact In who we become; Learning the Way From the … Continue reading →

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True Value

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Mark Shields

His sacrifice On the rugged cross Did what the law couldn’t And there is gain not loss.   A treasure forever That is spiritual With true value And not perishable.   Taking away my debt I begin again With unlimited … Continue reading →

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Bring Joy Today by Sharing God’s Way

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Mark Shields

Many today Are stuck in humdrum So help them find joy In what is to come. Inspired today By the promises read And the excitement Of the journey ahead. Not trapped always By a gloomy past But living free Where … Continue reading →

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Road to Somewhere

Posted on February 27, 2020 by Mark Shields

Some go full steam ahead But toward things That don’t matter Like the world brings. The road to nowhere Which is meaningless Instead of the road That redeems us. We have chosen To step ahead Down the road To freedom … Continue reading →

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Ordinary to Extraordinary

Posted on April 4, 2019 by Mark Shields

The gospel message Turns the ordinary Into something Extraordinary. For the gift of Christ On the Cross freed All believers And meets every need. Each and every day, Show your reverence To God’s powerful Word And being in His presence. … Continue reading →

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Clear Way to Victory

Posted on February 28, 2019 by Mark Shields

Step Ahead with boldness Going steadily Forward with certain Expectancy. In Christ Jesus, We are forever free And there is victory For you and me. As a believer We are fearless Because of the power Of the Holy Spirit. Faith … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead with the Spirit

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

Step ahead with the Spirit Now and into the future To discover blessings That make the path smoother. Walk by faith this day Within a lifestyle That serves through love And shares with a smile. Growing fruits of the Spirit … Continue reading →

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