Tag Archives: Joy

Step Ahead with Optimism and Courage

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

I’ll follow the Way And keep the faith As I follow Jesus And escape the scathe. If trouble comes my way, I’ll maintain hope And pray to God To stay in scope. I’ll keep going even If I consider It’s … Continue reading →

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Come to the Table with the Savior

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

We experience Highs and some lows As we go up against Those who oppose. The lows of life Make us callous Which brings on Thoughts of malice. But with the Holy Spirit, We focus on the unseen And the enemy … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Shepherds

Posted on December 23, 2021 by Mark Shields

Shepherds keeping The flocks by night And an angel appears From the sky so bright. Saying now is the time To bring restoration And Good news for all In exultation. Without hesitation, They went to the manger To find the … Continue reading →

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Refreshment for the Body and Soul

Posted on August 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

In life, there’s always a new challenge so instead of taking the credit for great accomplishments, give credit to God. Take inspiration from the song I Surrender All by Oslo Gospel Choir and surrender all so that God is in … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead to Easter

Posted on April 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

The winter no longer Cold and blistery As new growth of spring Fills us with mystery. The event of Easter took us from despair To hope as the tomb Was suddenly bare. Reminding us now Of God’s love That fills … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Discipline

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Mark Shields

It takes skilled people; Not whippersnappers With disciplined skills To build sky scrapers.   Every single day Giving it their best try As the structure Reaches way up high.   Little things become big  And in the same way, Read … Continue reading →

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Amazing Vista of Hope

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Mark Shields

My hopes and dreams Have gone amiss So I climb higher To this precipice.   To a brighter future Away from the cabal Where there is peace And joy for all.   My thoughts proceed Away from all strife For … Continue reading →

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Make Every Day Count

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

Victory is in sight And we happily Shout for joy Enthusiastically!   The plans of God Are forever And with us always In every endeavor.   Abundant life now And forever In paradise For whomever.   Impacting our thinking Because … Continue reading →

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Live Out the Good Life Today

Posted on November 19, 2020 by Mark Shields

Living out the good life By accepting the Son And looking forward To all that can be done.   Accepting the fervent Love of our Creator, His amazing grace, And unlimited power.   Celebrating today With uplifting songs Erasing yesterday … Continue reading →

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Impacting Lives

Posted on October 1, 2020 by Mark Shields

Tricked by deceitfulness Through bad information Overloading my thoughts With much hesitation. My day starts out Disordered or cruddy Until I get with God For a time of study. To empty the past That’s been weighing To lighten the load … Continue reading →

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