Tag Archives: Victory

Withstand the Test of Time

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Mark Shields

Made of black granite, A solid material, Is the Vietnam Wall Memorial. Reliable like God’s Lasting principles Through the test of time And invincible. To honor those who gave The ultimate sacrifice Much like our Christ Dying for our life. … Continue reading →

Posted in Memorial Day, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Challenges, Decisions, Discipline, Freedom, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 2 Comments

Step Ahead To The Reward

Posted on May 18, 2023 by Mark Shields

When my daughter was at college in Abilene Texas, we had several occasions to visit on weekends for activities. On one occasion, we had some extra time, so we went to visit Fort Phantom Hill which is about 15 miles … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Accurate Thinking, Decision, Faith, leadership, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Rewards, Victory | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Purpose | Tagged Discipline, Faith, leadership, Mission, Patience, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Purpose, Strength, Victory | 2 Comments

Into The Light

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Mark Shields

This poem is inspired by Judges 14 when Samson’s wife coaxed him into telling her the answer to a riddle. He had a bet with her people that they could not solve the riddle during the feast. The world can … Continue reading →

Posted in Optimism, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Blessings, Future, Instructions, Light, Optimism, Photo, Plan, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 3 Comments

Courage to Step Ahead

Posted on March 23, 2023 by Mark Shields

You may be facing some challenges … going into unknown territory along your path. Make the poem below your declaration to take on challenges you face as you step ahead. For courage to face The battles I take on, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Poems, Poetry, Uncategorized | Tagged Courage, History, Leader, Photo, Plan, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 2 Comments

Listen and Follow

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

Sometimes bad habits compete with God because they require the least effort. It’s easy to have the bad habits but the good ones, like knowing God requires something from us – the desire to listen and a decision to follow. … Continue reading →

Posted in Controlled Attention, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Effort, Faith, Focus, Guidance, Hope, Listen, Love, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 2 Comments

Coming Together

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

On Dec. 21, 2020 we had the convergence or coming together of Jupiter and Saturn. These planets looked as though they merged together and were closer to each other than they had been in 800 years to form a bright … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Victory | Tagged Fame, Glory, Humility, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Teamwork, Victory | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Purpose | Tagged Courage, leadership, Photo, Poem, Prayer, Purpose, Success, Victory, Wisdom | 2 Comments

Today’s Exciting Gift

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

The disciples did What Jesus said to do. I should do it too And so should you. So let us start a spark In sisters and brothers To share the Good News And prepare others. So they are excited Opening … Continue reading →

Posted in Initiative, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Excitement, Good News, Holy Spirit, Initiative, Miracles, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Victory | 5 Comments

Step Ahead with Optimism and Courage

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

I’ll follow the Way And keep the faith As I follow Jesus And escape the scathe. If trouble comes my way, I’ll maintain hope And pray to God To stay in scope. I’ll keep going even If I consider It’s … Continue reading →