Author Archives: Mark Shields

Work Toward Dreams with Determination

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Mark Shields

Life is short so set sail on your destination. Go places you never thought you could go. Dream big and work toward your dreams with determination. Then as you accomplish what you set out to do, take the opportunity to … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 05-29-2023

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Mark Shields

This Memorial Day, a poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post Withstand the Test of Time about the need to accept God’s Way and be obedient to His will so you can build your … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 05-26-2023

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “The Spirit Encircles the Heart” which points out that some happenings are so horrible that they make us wake up from ill-advised indifference.  We need to … Continue reading →

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Confidence in the Way

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Mark Shields

In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. – Ephesians 3:12 A major thought from “Leadership Being Passed On” is to have confidence in the Way of God. The Holy Spirit will help … Continue reading →

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Leadership Being Passed On

Posted on May 24, 2023 by Mark Shields

The photo was taken at the homecoming parade of my high school. It’s a tradition built over the years when classmates get together to decorate a float and share in the memories of the past. The location I took this … Continue reading →

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