Tag Archives: Mystery

Step Ahead to Easter

Posted on April 6, 2023 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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Thanksgiving Victory

Posted on November 24, 2022 by Mark Shields

Thanksgiving is a time For family and food And an attitude Of gratitude. Football games are viewed And our favorite teams May not always win But one team does it seems. So be grateful For this mystery And how our … Continue reading →

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Seed to Succeed

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Mark Shields

Like a mustard seed, God’s kingdom starts small Then continues to grow To be largest of all. It may seem small at first But grows on many an acre Big enough to become The difference maker. There is no need … Continue reading →

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Final Victory

Posted on November 26, 2020 by Mark Shields

Thanksgiving is a time For family and food And an attitude Of gratitude.   Football games are viewed And our favorite teams May not always win But one team does it seems.   So be grateful For this mystery And … Continue reading →

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Final Victory

Posted on November 27, 2019 by Mark Shields

Thanksgiving is a time For family and food And an attitude Of gratitude. Football games are viewed And our favorite teams May not always win But one team does it seems. So be grateful For this mystery And how our … Continue reading →

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Pass It On

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Mark Shields

You are a part Of His story That fulfills a promise And such a mystery. A miraculous deed At the least likely place And the least likely time That offers grace. A part of His story That lets the Good … 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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Final Victory

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

Thanksgiving is a time For family and food And an attitude Of gratitude. Football games are viewed And our favorite teams May not always win But one team does it seems. So be grateful For this mystery And how our … Continue reading →

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Time to Play Ball

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Mark Shields

Many young people across America have been practicing for weeks now and will begin playing what is called American football this weekend. As in all things, there are some good and some bad but in the poem and video below, I … Continue reading →

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Mystery of Prayer

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Mark Shields

Prayers are like written notes Collected next to the alter of all time Producing great changes upon earth As people work in their upward climb A team going in the same direction Pulling together to get to where they want … Continue reading →

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