Tag Archives: Inspiration

Praise for Our Days

Posted on March 25, 2022 by Mark Shields

God is concerned For our well-being And all His creation; His love is so freeing. He turns winter of life Into a new spring; Thawing out coldness; New growth He brings. The Holy Spirit Like the wind blowing, Stirs up … Continue reading →

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Plentiful Harvest

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Plant the word in your heart And follow the Son of Man With thoughts or ideas In following God’s plan. Not in the hard soil Eaten by a bird But in prepared soil So the…

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Inspiring Lift for Difficult Days

Posted on February 1, 2022 by Mark Shields

In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul. – Psalm 94:19 The post “Brighter Tomorrow” gave a lesson in stepping ahead of dark times by finding solutions. Before the dark times get darker, we can … Continue reading →

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Brighter Tomorrow

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Mark Shields

A golden sunset that pierces through and colors the clouds may give an inspiring lift after a difficult day. The picture of a sunset was taken only about three miles from my house at Woodway Park in Waco Texas. There … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Shepherds

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Shepherds keeping The flocks by night And an angel appears From the sky so bright. Saying now is the time To bring restoration And Good news for all In exultation. Without hesitation, They went to…

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