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Amazed and Inspired

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Mark Shields

Who is God? The One who is not flawed; Maker of the heaven and earth; The One with us from birth; The breath of all Creation; The same for every generation; The One who makes it thunder; Provides miracles and … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged Business, Christianity, God, Prayer, religion, Religion and Spirituality, spirituality | 4 Comments

Lessons from the Book of Esther

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

I’ve been reading and studying over the last few weeks in the Book of Esther. I would like to sum up my study in this poem: Lessons from the Book of Esther. Unwise choices lead to unpleasant predicaments. King Xerxes didn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Lessons Learned | Tagged Bible, Book of Esther, church, current-events, Esther, God, human-rights, Jew, King Xerxes, Lord, Mordecai, religion, Xerxes I of Persia | 1 Comment

Good Things Happen to Good People

Posted on July 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

At the second feast as recorded in Esther 7-8, Esther request that her life be spared and the life of her people be spared. Esther’s open identification with her people emphasized to the king that it was people close to her … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Ahasuerus, bible series, Christ, church, edict, Esther, esther chapter, evil plan, feast, God, Haman, human-rights, Jew, Mordecai, Old Testament, orphan, religion, reverence, self interest, wildest dreams | Leave a comment

Faith Described

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Mark Shields

Confidence and trust These two are a must Reading often Your Word Is what keeps the heart stirred Witnesses help profess As we give You our yes The statement of conviction Is a huge benediction The mountains intensify The vast … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Tagged act of faith, Benediction, Christian, Christianity, Confidence, Conviction, Creation, Faith, God, God’s Word, grand creation, Jesus, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Security, spiritual development, Testify, Trust | Leave a comment

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

Unstoppable Life

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

We are in a sermon series called “Unstoppable” at First United Methodist Church Waco. Last Sunday, the message titled “Unstoppable Life” was presented and can be watched at this link. The poem below was inspired by the message. Kingdom living … Continue reading →

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Atonement

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Mark Shields

It is God who is our mighty power But David thought it was his finest hour He went through a prideful phase But then he repents and prays As fast as seven eleven God sends fire from heaven Reconciled to … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Tagged Christ, Christianity, David, Evangelism, fire from heaven, God, good leaders, Jesus, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Stop sign, theology | 1 Comment

Faith Connection

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

Faith is invisible but very mighty As one relies on the great God Almighty It’s the thing unseen Helping in everything Faith the intangible internal The perfect key to life eternal Like a breath of fresh air It’s vital to … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Tagged Abraham, Bible, Christianity, Evangelism, Faith, God, great god almighty, Isaac, religion, Religion & Spirituality, spirituality, walking by faith | 1 Comment

Being Pleasant

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

Being able to work together with others in a pleasant, courteous, and agreeable way is a very important trait in today’s highly technical and specialized world. Things seem to run smoother when those you work with are in good moods. … Continue reading →

Posted in Pleasing Personality | Tagged Bible, Charisma, Christianity, Courteous, Crowds, God, Happiness, Humor, John F. Kennedy, Personality, pleasing personality, religion, Religion and Spirituality, response level, Servant, spirituality, time on earth, United States, Will Rogers, Work | 2 Comments

Tools for the Journey

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

Life is a journey. The Holy Spirit helps us to develop the tools needed for this journey. The notes taken from sermons, Bible lessons, or our daily scripture readings are the equipment and tools we need to pack. One way … Continue reading →