Tag Archives: Lessons

Simply Believe

Posted on June 2, 2022 by Mark Shields

Simple ideas Can ultimately yield To discoveries Never before revealed. So let the simple truths Be what are great Because they make things clear Rather than complicate. Spiritual assets Are of more value Because they forever Are useful to you. … Continue reading →

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From Simple to Amazing

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Mark Shields

Today is the first day Of the rest of your life So cut out the past Using a sharp knife. The Word of God Is the sword to use To pierce the negatives You want to lose. So organize The … Continue reading →

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No Pain – No Gain

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

There are pressures faced And deadlines come about But with good people It all works out. For major problems To overcome, There is inspiration So raise your thumb. They can be worked out With God on your side, Taking in … Continue reading →

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Connected

Posted on June 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

Sharing with others About God’s kingdom Passes along Much needed wisdom. Within the Bible Is provided God’s plan To flourish now And over a lifespan. To read, study, Memorize, apply, And share the lessons To magnify. Asking questions, Seeking resolutions, … Continue reading →

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Full Potential

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Mark Shields

As I was growing up, my Dad and I would spend time together in the back yard learning how to hit a baseball. My Dad taught me how to hit left handed first. He knew that lefties have the advantage over … Continue reading →

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Empowerment

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Life lessons are learned From the complex Like business, science, And other subjects. Gaining knowledge; Being competent; Learning new things; Becoming confident. Learning from others And their great strengths In order to complement At excellent lengths. But most important Is … 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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Prayer Group

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Believe the pathway set ahead Leads to what is good; A place lovely and true; Opposite of worldly falsehood. A pathway which is built On Biblical principles That provide stepping stones To a place of amazing miracles. Desire to be … Continue reading →

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My Part of the World

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

In local news this week in Waco Texas, workers have started the process of the refurbish of  Cottonland Castle. Also, leaders are pushing for a semi-pro baseball team to come to Waco. Another news article that caught my attention is … Continue reading →

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My Part of the World

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

In local news this week, workers have started the process of the Demolition of Floyd Casey Stadium. I had many fond memories of watching games over many years there. Here is a picture of the new McLane Stadium as we … Continue reading →

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