Tag Archives: Music

Paying Attention to His Way

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

Much of life is directed by the low standards of this world rather than God’s higher standard. The world wants to mold us into their way with advertisements, and worldly pleasures where achievement is defined by lofty incomes, nice cars, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Focus | Tagged Art, Bible Study, Exercise, Faith, Focus, Guidance, Listen, Movies, Music, Nature, Peace, Photo, Praise, Prayer, Values, Worship | 3 Comments

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

Poetry Friday 09-08-2023

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Regard for the Lord” that has thoughts on setting out in a new direction. If things are wrong in our life, we can seek solutions to … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 09-01-2023

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Destiny of the Faithful”. Those who are the faithful ones in Christ are assured of a destiny beyond what could be imagined but the adversaries are … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study | Tagged Destiny, Grace, Hope, Joy, Music, Poetry, Praise, Rainbow, Rewards, Sunrise, Sunset, Worship | Leave a comment

Poetry Friday 08-25-2023

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Accomplish the Victory” which emphasizes praying on a regular basis about your aspirations, so they are in alignment with God’s will. Once they are aligned, tasks … Continue reading →