Tag Archives: Poem

Grow and Gather Strength

Posted on April 13, 2023 by Mark Shields

Samson grew strong And so can we With years of growth Like a mature tree. With God’s Word, We gather strength For He’s always Within arm’s length. Using each of our strengths For the great commission There is encouragement Towards … Continue reading →

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Aspire to Apply the Word

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Mark Shields

You are wonderfully made as God’s work of art. Use you calling or platform you have to fulfill His purpose. The reservoir of thoughts collected will replenish the soul not only for yourself but those around you. Make the poem … Continue reading →

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Productive And Efficient

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – Bing Images In Judges 7 , God gave Gideon a plan that was productive and efficient. The poem below is inspired by that plan. Make it an affirmation for you as you go about your day. God’s … Continue reading →

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He Prepares the Way

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Mark Shields

Great things can be done With God’s great help For He prepares the way And promises are kept. Those against us Don’t stand a chance For He prepares the way And rules the expanse. God is our strength As the … Continue reading →

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The Roadmap to Victory

Posted on February 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

Make the poem below your own today and every day forward my friend! I look back at history, See people winning, See people loosing, And then I start grinning. For there is a common Denominator And that is God providing … Continue reading →

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Light Shines Brightest in the Dark

Posted on December 8, 2022 by Mark Shields

Dark times are faced Like the death on the cross When it was thought All was a loss. Dark times are faced Like loss of a loved one, Health or money issues That make us feel done. But light shines … Continue reading →

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Hearts on Fire

Posted on November 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

Courage is like a kite As we put up a fight Resisting the wind To fly higher again. Resisting what is wrong We always stand strong And with God’s love We get high above. Standing up for the Truth We … Continue reading →

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Victorious Finish

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Mark Shields

Distress, betrayal, And all one can bear With wars and famines Warning me to prepare. I need endurance To make it through And more focus On what I need to do. Because of the promise I’m consistent, Optimistic, And persistent. … Continue reading →

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The Right Picture

Posted on September 15, 2022 by Mark Shields

Questions from those who oppose May be from the wrong premise Giving credence to their way And present a menace. Spreading fake news That some have clicked With wrong assertions That have many tricked. With the wrong perspective Or wrong … Continue reading →

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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 →

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