Tag Archives: Patience

Feeding Souls

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

From the Holy Word, My soul is fed And in my sharing, Benefits are spread. Let me absorb The nutrients From the Holy Word’s Ingredients. Gaining strength to endure, Patience to wait, Energy to withstand, And faith to be great. … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Energy, Faith, Nutrients, Patience, Photo, Poem, Prayer, spirituality, Strength | 2 Comments

Answer to Questions

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

The hate … mass shootings Suffering from disease Difficult days in the past The future no breeze For uncertainties Some have suggestions But Christ is the best Answer to our questions We think about things Like why bad … Continue reading →

Posted in Hope, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Confidence, Eternity, Future, Hope, Patience, Plans, Poetry, Prayer | 1 Comment

Patiently Waiting

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Every obstacle will be overcome by fervently following the ONE. Maintaining great faith That each charge is won by doing God’s will until it is done. Clinging to His Word and taking action upon each duty until completion. Rejoicing in … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Rewards | Tagged Initiative, Patience, Poetry, Praise, Reward | 1 Comment

Planting Patience

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Mark Shields

Own more patience; Make Christ an acquaintance; Endure distress; And God will bless. Be slow to anger By holding the Anchor. Taking in the love From up above. Patient and kind; Keeping Christ in mind; When He hung around sinners; … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged Affirmation, Blessings, Christ, Grace, Kindness, Love, Patience, Peace | 2 Comments

Trust is a Must

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

Pray and be patient, Praise God and say wow! No need to rush And want things now. Society is impatient With technology today, Expecting immediate satisfaction To come its way. Desiring the latest and greatest With a few clicks of … Continue reading →

Posted in Controlled Attention, Poems | Tagged Decisions, Freedom, God, History, Inspiration, Memories, Park, Patience, Praise, Prayer, Seasons, Soul, Trust, Vision, Worship | 4 Comments

Spirit-Filled

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

The poem below was inspired by a sermon. The sermon title is “Self-Powered or Spirit-Filled” by Steve Ramsdell delivered on Sunday 04-28-2013 Jesus had risen And afterwards seen Plenty of excitement Then back to the routine During the long wait … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Christianity, day of pentecost, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Patience, Pentecost, religion, Sermon, sermon title, spirituality, Twitter | 2 Comments

What Integrity Does for Us

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

People watch everything we do so it is important to maintain our integrity. In the business world, integrity makes us good representatives of our company and helps retain customers. Integrity also helps to gain respect in the public’s eye. People watch … Continue reading →

Posted in Integrity | Tagged Beaver, Business, Confidence, Customers, Devotional, God’s Word, Greatness, Humble, Integrity, Leave it to Beaver, Patience, Power, Professional, Representative, Respect, Significance, Wally | 2 Comments

Determination

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Mark Shields

Image Source Turning dreams into reality and fulfilling God’s purpose for us in life is not easy. It was not easy for Jesus to fulfill His purpose here on earth. Some obstacles we face in life may include hardships, trouble, … Continue reading →