Tag Archives: Purpose

Fulfill A Mission

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

Samson used the occasion in Judges 16 to fulfill his mission in life. He prayed that God would use his strength for one more great purpose as he pushed down the two pillars that supported the temple. The temple came … 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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Accomplishment

Posted on November 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

To achieve more Than you ever knew Work God’s plan He’s given you. The Truth will set you free To do what you need to do In following the Way God has given you. Have faith in the Way That … Continue reading →

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Store Up Thoughts That Inspire

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Mark Shields

In following God’s Way, There are things to tweak For the Spirit is willing But the flesh is weak. So I aspire With passion and fire To store up thoughts That always inspire. Rather than searching For things to acquire, … Continue reading →

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Count on the Word

Posted on June 16, 2022 by Mark Shields

Explore the Word For silver and gold And listen to others For what they’ve told. Learn from the past, Walk in the present, Be led to a future That makes you content. Be assured that rough roads Will become smooth … Continue reading →

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Bridge to Eternity

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Mark Shields

It may take time But if there is a plan, There is a better shot At being all we can. It may take effort But because of grace, Things will fall into place And we will win the race. For … Continue reading →

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Encouragement for the Challenges

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

Working together For God’s mission As family With ambition. Brothers and sisters, Bound together By the Spirit That joins forever. Accepting that Jesus Is Lord and Savior As we step ahead With blessed favor. There for each other, That’s the … Continue reading →

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Documenting the Journey

Posted on November 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

Documenting The improbable Happenings around you That are remarkable. To build a crossing point That bridges your questions To the best way With suggestions. In order to give Affirmation And organization To the destination. Stepping ahead Gaining experience Needed to … Continue reading →

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Committed

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Mark Shields

Many seem to break Their obligations Towards sharing The gospel foundations. Maybe lack of time or Problems unfurled And other issues Within the busy world. So set some time aside For obedience To commitments And for expedience. Dream big dreams … Continue reading →

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Special Days

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

Before Christ, offerings Involved preparation But now, there is No hesitation. By accepting Christ, There is rest And each day is special So offer God your best. Enthusiastically Live with devotion, Spur each other on, And get in motion. Have … Continue reading →

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