Tag Archives: Initiative

Today’s Exciting Gift

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

The disciples did What Jesus said to do. I should do it too And so should you. So let us start a spark In sisters and brothers To share the Good News And prepare others. So they are excited Opening … Continue reading →

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Extravagance

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Mark Shields

Time is valuable And what we give Extravagant But that’s how we live. Priorities In following the Way Giving God our best part The best part of our day. A part of our worship Is showing gratitude For our blessings … Continue reading →

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Destiny Energy

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Mark Shields

Jesus walked on water And calmed the storm Building our faith To better perform. To assist us all In taking the first step; The first step of faith Which is more than just help. But greater strength Because He shows … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Mary

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

An encounter Of the ordinary Like Mary with God Is extraordinary. Giving more faith To keep on doing The impossible In our pursuing. To fulfill our life plan Even when suffering With fear or doubt Starts to set in. For … Continue reading →

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Setting Out Along the Journey

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Complacency And lack of effort Like wondering In a desert. So let us get away From this desolate zone And trust God when The future is not known. To explore, dream, And discover new ways To be at our best … Continue reading →

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Being Awesome

Posted on September 10, 2020 by Mark Shields

Some great values that underlie free nations include being honest, showing initiative, living obediently, and graciously accepting others as a child of God; a treasured possession He wonderfully made. These values affect our attitudes toward the major issues facing us … Continue reading →

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Get Out There

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

Be intentional About growing, About feeding the soul To overflowing. Ask for God’s help To meet the objective And form a plan To be effective. At the dawn of each day, Celebrate God’s care With praise and prayer And by … Continue reading →

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Precious Blood of Jesus

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Mark Shields

Blood has importance In supporting life So God choose it For His people to thrive. For atonement, He was sacrificed As blood was shed By Jesus Christ Through this sacrifice, We overcome shame And are linked to power That brings … Continue reading →

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Expressions

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Mark Shields

Memory captured By a photo taken Lifts the Spirit; Mind is awakened. Encouragement from Inspirational thoughts Provide positives To handle tough spots. Reassurances from A sermon message Gives hope for a future That is impressive. Feeding the mind So you … Continue reading →

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God’s Love for You

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Mark Shields

God’s love for you Changes thought Giving self-confidence To do what you ought. God’s love for you Gives determination To keep going For the duration. God’s love for you Inspires you to hope Even when down To the end of … Continue reading →

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