Category Archives: New Year

Signals of Transcendence

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Mark Shields

All week, my heart has leaned into the devotional series Signals of Transcendence: to build something that lasts—not just for today, but for every tomorrow. I’ve sought truth that stirs me now, igniting a deeper desire to walk in God’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Christmas, New Year, Worship | Tagged Christmas, Creation, Heaven, Joyful, Nature, New Year, Renewal, Restoration, Song | 1 Comment

Future is Bright

Posted on January 2, 2025 by Mark Shields

The future is brightbecause of the sacrificeand receiving eternal lifeby accepting Christ. The future is brightbecause you are preparedby accepting God’s Planand what you’ve declared.The future is brightbecause of what has begunwhich is only the beginningof what is to come.The … Continue reading →

Posted in New Year, Poems | Tagged Christ, Future, Life, New Year, Prayer, Reward, Strength | 1 Comment

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

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 →

Posted in Christmas, Easter, Holiday, New Year, Poems | Tagged Christmas, Easter, Holiday, Mystery, New Year, Poetry, victory | 1 Comment

Happy New Year Ahead

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Mark Shields

Happy New Year aheadbecause of the sacrificeand receiving eternal lifeby accepting Christ. Happy New Year aheadbecause you are preparedby accepting God’s Planand what you’ve declared.Happy New Year aheadbecause of what has begunwhich is only the beginningof what is to come.Happy … Continue reading →