Author Archives: Mark Shields

Diving Into the Deep Waters and Obeying Orders

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. –  Colossians 2:6-7 In the study … Continue reading →

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Holiday Spirit

Posted on December 26, 2024 by Mark Shields

Enjoying this momentFulfilling a roleTo transform heartsWith food for the soul.Stepping ahead To do what needs to be doneToday and every day, As more souls are won.The Christmas SpiritIncreases the paceAnd writing for His gloryBrings a smile to His face.As … Continue reading →

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The Light of Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2024 by Mark Shields

During this time of Christmas, what a beautiful sight!For in a time of darkness,God sent the Light.For those in hunger,living in strife,there is always hope in The Bread of Life.Even in doubtfrom the time of youth,there is comfort in faithand … Continue reading →

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Come Home for Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2024 by Mark Shields

Come home for ChristmasWhere the lights are glowingLeading us onwardTo where we are going. Come home for Christmas,Making it without failComing home to hopeWhere God’s promises prevail. Come home for Christmas,Gathering around the tableComing home for graceFound born in the … Continue reading →

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A Jump of Faith

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Shields

I remember when I was just learning how to swim. The instructor taught us how to swim forward and lift our heads out for air. Then how to float on our backs and swim backward. Then how to dive. First, … Continue reading →

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