Tag Archives: Initiative

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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The Spark That Starts

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Each day should begin Taking in fresh air, Bible reading, And a morning prayer. A passion gained From the inside Where the Spirit Of God does guide. Studying the Bible Through the years Sharing with family Along with peers. After … Continue reading →

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Run to the ONE

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Mark Shields

Receiving the gift Obtained through His Son; In all occasions I run to the ONE. Taking just one step, One step at a time; Higher and higher I persist on the climb. The Holy Spirit Promised to me; Joyfully received … Continue reading →

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Patiently Waiting

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Every obstacle will be overcome by fervently following the ONE. Maintaining great faith That each charge is won by doing God’s will until it is done. Clinging to His Word and taking action upon each duty until completion. Rejoicing in … Continue reading →

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The courage to Start

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Mark Shields

Start something positive Even if it’s very small And over time you will build Something great for all. So start to sail away today Away from the safe place Using the winds of the Spirit To help you win the … Continue reading →

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