Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Things Fall in Place Because of Grace

Posted on May 5, 2022 by Mark Shields

Irritated by others Going the wrong way When sometimes we Are the ones that stray. Going in circles Throughout each day Following man made rules Rather than God’s Way. Which is found in scripture And what we should embrace As … Continue reading →

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United for the Impossible

Posted on April 21, 2022 by Mark Shields

Extra power For every hour. Doing what we should; Whatever is good. Feeding all people Under the steeple; Organized in groups Like a crowd of troops. More than enough, All this foodstuff, Making possible, The impossible! So never fret, Needs … 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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Calming the Storm

Posted on March 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

Storms of anxiety, Storms of sorrow, Will be calmed with A better tomorrow. Replaced with faith As confidence grows Because He’s with you And always knows. So step ahead my friend And be of good cheer For He’s in your … Continue reading →

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Seed to Succeed

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Mark Shields

Like a mustard seed, God’s kingdom starts small Then continues to grow To be largest of all. It may seem small at first But grows on many an acre Big enough to become The difference maker. There is no need … Continue reading →

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Light in Darkness

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Mark Shields

Discover the great strength Of God’s assistance For He’s like a lighthouse In our existence. Constantly there Providing the light To our destination Every day and night. Some days, we feel Like there is no way But then we go … Continue reading →

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Encouragement for the Challenges

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

Working together For God’s mission As family With ambition. Brothers and sisters, Bound together By the Spirit That joins forever. Accepting that Jesus Is Lord and Savior As we step ahead With blessed favor. There for each other, That’s the … Continue reading →

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The Way of Jesus

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Mark Shields

Many challenges We face each day But they are met By following the Way. Doing what’s right And living the real life; Not the made up one That causes so much strife. So internalize Each principle Taught by Jesus Christ … Continue reading →

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Patience During Difficulty

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

Facing the enemy Who provides only strife And sets me back With hardships in life. I never give up Or become complacent But just inspired And always patient. I keep on praying And keep being spurred As I keep on … Continue reading →

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Obligations

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

In Old Testament times, Words to the listener Was as binding As a signature. Not meeting commitments Meant a broken trust And the relationship Went totally bust. Today’s leaders Should be held to account In how they handle The people’s … Continue reading →

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