Tag Archives: Love

The Best Gift

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Searching for a gift But little time to go For the stress is high And I just don’t know. Most gifts are short term But one is forever And meaningful For any endeavor. The gift of a Savior Born in … Continue reading →

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Loving God and Neighbor

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

To love the Lord With all my heart And my neighbor Each day I start. Is a commandment Of most importance And brings to life Great significance. Each and every day I will always embrace To expand my faith And … Continue reading →

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Treasures in Heaven

Posted on July 21, 2022 by Mark Shields

The treasures of heaven Are worth a hundred times The wealth in this world In the strive for the climb. Focusing on the Son Who for all came Rather than wealth, Fortune and fame. Vast spiritual assets Of faith, hope … Continue reading →

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Plus for Us

Posted on July 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Like a flowing stream Rushing … rushing Is God’s grace That keeps coming. Available to all As we work as a team With efficiency Like a well-oiled machine. Patience is needed As we work together To make what was heavy … Continue reading →

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Dilute What Pollutes

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Mark Shields

Get a good start And fill up your heart With many good thoughts To connect all the dots. Of faith, hope, and love From up above And begin to dilute Whatever pollutes. Completely clean With the unseen So put in … Continue reading →

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Sorting Out Priorities and Planning

Posted on December 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Rise up early Before the day begins To know priorities And seek some wins. When thoughts are clear, Concerns are sorted out, Advice is given, And there is no doubt. To plan out next steps And connect the dots Knowing … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Joseph

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Mark Shields

Ordinary Joseph Was used to fill a need And with obedience He would proceed. For the Angel told him It was okay To take Mary as wife Even in dismay. Joseph faithfully Said yes to the call Setting in motion … Continue reading →

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The Decision to Follow

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Mark Shields

Put on your shoes And walk without excuse Getting rid of the blues By sharing the Good News. Understanding the call, Willing to install Without any regrets Vast spiritual assets. Meeting with people At the steeple Or social distancing But … Continue reading →

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The Outcome of Faith

Posted on August 26, 2021 by Mark Shields

Bitten by sin By the snake that slivered But thanks to the Lord We’ve been delivered. Away from the enemy, He gives victory By accepting the Lord There’s liberty. Following the plan And making a stand Against the venomous Snakes … Continue reading →

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Along the Way with Power to Fulfill Your Purpose

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Mark Shields

Your future will be Better than the past Praying each day And set free at last. With baptism, There is no delay In being united Into the Way. Where efficiency Is on display As you follow This certain Way. Then … Continue reading →

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