Author Archives: Mark Shields

Step Ahead with Optimism and Courage

Posted on January 1, 2025 by Mark Shields

Last year is gone and a New Year is here. We have a clean slate and here is a poem to inspire stepping ahead with optimism and courage to fill your year with God’s splendor. I’ll follow the WayAnd keep … Continue reading →

Posted in New Year, Poems | Tagged Amazement, Boldness, Courage, Excitement, Faith, Joy, Optimism, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, victory | 1 Comment

Stepping Ahead To A Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Mark Shields

We rise earlyAs the day beginsSetting prioritiesAnd seeking wins.Thoughts are clear,Concerns are sorted out,Advice is given,And there is no doubt.Planning next stepsAnd connecting the dots Knowing the missionBy gathering thoughts.Meeting challengesWith a great defenseFor the Lord is with usGiving confidence. … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith, Poems | Tagged Art, Faith, Miracles, Music, Peace, Photo, Poetry, Prayer, Priorities, Thoughts, Unity | 3 Comments

From Desolation to Restoration

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Mark Shields

God helps us overcome difficulty by providing us with a model to follow in Jesus who helps us to understand what God wants from us and how our faith should affect our lives. Take inspiration from this poem to help … Continue reading →

Posted in Overcome Difficulty, Poems | Tagged Difficulty, enthusiasm, Grace, Holy Spirit, Life, Poetry, Praise, Prayer, Savior, Sunset, Truth | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Devotionals, Faith | Tagged Deception, Devotional, Faith, Photo, Power, Praise, Promises, Video, Worship | 3 Comments

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 →