Category Archives: Poems

🏅Champions

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mark Shields

In sports and in life,there are habits to begin,and the first one to tryis planning to win. Everyone who competesshares one common goal—in golf, it’s guidingthe ball to the hole. In basketball, it’s aimingfor the basket so small,winning many gamesto … Continue reading →

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Renewed and Restored

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

Because of the birth,Of baby Jesus,Immanuel—God is with us. Creation rejoices,Heaven and nature sings,For what God has done,For all He will bring. There is something more,Beyond what we can see,Beyond what we imagine,Beyond what is to be. The star that … Continue reading →

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Voices of Liberty

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Mark Shields

In parchment inked by candlelight,A rebel heart began to write—A dream defiant, bold, profound,Where freedom’s trumpet shook the ground.All are created equal, they said,With truths that would not bow nor bend.From kings they turned, from chains they tore,Their spirits surged … Continue reading →

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Statements of Faith 06-20-2025

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Mark Shields

Everything is alright in the Light, where faith turns the impossible into the unstoppable. In this grand circus called the world, we step forward with purpose, guided by the Holy Spirit, who leads us beyond limitations and into boundless joy. … Continue reading →

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Walk with Grace

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

Forever and ever, we walk with grace, blessed with continuous growth and progress. As we partake in the bread of life, our souls are nourished, and we are strengthened in both heart and mind. Grace pushes us forward and wisdom … Continue reading →

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