Tag Archives: Guidance

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 →

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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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Guided By His Word

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Lord guides us today And things fall into place With the spoken word That we love to embrace. Lessons are given From the Bible That sink into the heart And make us able. Instructions are given As we follow … 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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Make the Choice of Truth

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Mark Shields

The step to salvation, Making the choice of Truth Where grace covers wrong Made in one’s youth. The Way of the past Was not okay But this new way today Is to seek Him and pray. To speak up, be … Continue reading →

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New Year Inspiration

Posted on December 29, 2019 by Mark Shields

I arise today through a mighty strength The strength of the trinity A strength that guides me A strength that encourages me You are above me You are within me You are before me You are below me I believe … Continue reading →

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Higher Ground

Posted on December 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

The photo below is of Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay while on road tour around the lake. Like Lake Tahoe stores up water, we can store up God’s advice for life.   Like Lake Tahoe Stores up water, We can … Continue reading →

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Empowerment

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Leaders motivate In different ways Some never work But one is okay. The fear of demotion Or plan of retirement Are not as effective As empowerment. Internalized Inspiration Being sustained With affirmation. Built up for the long run Allowing people … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Devotion

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

The opportunity To be all you can be Is right before you If you get on a knee. Beginning each day With a prayer from the heart To plan … think … decide A new thing to start. Listing all … Continue reading →

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Prayer Group

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Believe the pathway set ahead Leads to what is good; A place lovely and true; Opposite of worldly falsehood. A pathway which is built On Biblical principles That provide stepping stones To a place of amazing miracles. Desire to be … Continue reading →

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