Tag Archives: leadership

The Next Generation

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Mark Shields

Moses began To hand off leadership To Joshua Whom he would equip. So should we in time For our relations Hand off what we know To the generations. Learning from others And their experience Helps all in life Much like … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead Each Day

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Mark Shields

The world spreads envy Which leads to pettiness And the ones hurt most Are the jealous. Then those envious Put up a roadblock But there is someone Who listens if they talk! Through prayers God listens And if stressed out, … Continue reading →

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Further the Faith and Knowledge of the Truth

Posted on November 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Christian leadership Includes being faithful, Always Self-controlled, Upright and stable. Taking in the Word, Discovering the Way, And applying values To our life each day. Faith rest on the hope Of eternity; Supported by the love Of God’s paternity. Guided … Continue reading →

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Led by the Spirit

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

The actions of the past Led down the wrong way As many loved evil And were led astray. But life gave warning And lessons were learned So a new way was taken And the old way spurned. As the Word … Continue reading →

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Liberty Brings Victory

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Mark Shields

Always bring honor To the Lord each hour By speaking out against Those abusing power. For liberty, justice, And equality Received from the Lord Give tranquility. Defeat those who deceive For together we can By following the Word The Lord’s … Continue reading →

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In God We Trust

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Mark Shields

Many national governments around the world are in debt. National leaders need to be held to account in how they handle the people’s money. This picture was taken by my daughter when she went on a school trip to Washington … Continue reading →

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One Common Link

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

Like oil mixed with water, Winter and silk, Pizza and weight loss Or vinegar with milk The world has idols Worshiped in wickedness That do not mix well With righteousness. But a common link Is the Holy Spirit And paradise … 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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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 7-8

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on This Day With God – A Spiritual Journey:
Paul writes the letter of Romans to the church at Rome while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. Within this letter is a detailed explanation of the Gospel.…

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Servant Attitude

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

Do people see God’s love in me? Loving one another is the key. Being of one heart and mind; Doing much for mankind; Following Jesus wherever He leads; A Spirit of unity to serve many needs. Taking care of all … Continue reading →

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