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✍️ Poetry for the Soul Saturday 03-14-2026

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mark Shields

Love Lifts

Lifted to new heights, where grace and glory climb,
I rise beyond the boundaries of space and time.
Eternal in purpose, inspired from above,
I walk this steady journey, wrapped in endless love.

Raised with Christ, my spirit learns to soar,
Clothed in kindness, compassion at my core.
A divine wardrobe—this new fashion I wear,
Garments of heaven stitched with sacred care.

Gratitude flows through me like a melody sweet,
My heart set on things above, steady in its beat.
Chosen, holy, dearly loved from the start,
His peace rules the rhythm that anchors my heart.

Humility and gentleness woven into my frame,
Patience threading through every part of my name.
Living in harmony, letting pride fall away,
Choosing unity’s song that forever will stay.

Love in action becomes the truth I hold,
Scripture shaping stories of courage untold.
For the cross paints a picture so vivid and clear—
A path of victory stretching far beyond here.

Following Jesus with unwavering certainty,
I rise with Him in triumph for all eternity.

Poem inspired by reflections upon reading Colossians 3:12-17.

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✍️ Poetry for the Soul Saturday 3-7-2026

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Mark Shields

Poetry has a unique power to extract profound truths into a few potent words, crystallizing our thoughts and stirring the heart and soul. As we reflect on the lessons of Colossians 3:5-11, we discover the divine strategy for victory: living out our life with joy and peace because the cross has already won the war.

✍️ A New Nature Rising

I set my mind on things above,
Where mercy poured its healing out.
My life now follows His Way,
The old self silenced, cast out.

The new life breathes and stirs within,
So, each new day I walk its way—
Blocking anger, slander, sin,
Turning from deceit that leads astray.

I run to Jesus—
like an athlete straining for the line—
into a new change
filled with wisdom and Divine design.

I learn to live this nature new,
With strength to stand when shadows near,
Resisting lies the enemy spews,
Doing my best with steady fear.

I press ahead to win the prize,
Anchored in Truth that does not bend,
Empowered by the Spirit’s rise,
Whose presence fills me without end.

For the cross has won the war—
Eternal victory now mine,
All because I opened wide the door
And let His new way of life define.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 3:5-11

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Victory | Tagged Faith, Inspiration, Lessons, Love, Poetry, Soul, Thoughts, Truth, Victory | 1 Comment

✍️ Poetry for the Soul Saturday 02-28-2026

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Shields

Poetry has a unique power to extract profound truths into a few potent words, crystallizing our thoughts and stirring the heart and soul. As we reflect on the lessons of Colossians 2:20 through 3:4, let us set our mind on things above, where Christ reigns, for God’s endless love pours out grace that reshapes our life from within.

🌿Heaven’s Flow

A brook of living water moves,
Yet only hints at deeper grace—
A flood that pours from realms above,
Born of God’s unending love.

Grace descends and fills my soul,
Saturating every part;
Life is found in Christ alone,
And He now dwells within my heart.

With Him, true life begins anew;
I’m drawn into heaven’s steady flow,
Where mind is cleansed, and spirit healed,
And all I am is made whole.

To the Spirit’s gentle voice, I yield,
Surrendering fully to His call;
Stepping out in acts of faith—
In kindness, humility, love for all.

No offering is ever small;
Each seed of faith is multiplied,
For all I give, He first supplied—
And in His grace, I rise and thrive.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 2:20 through 3:4

Posted in Poems, Poetry | Tagged Faith, Grace, Holy Spirit, Humility, Inspiration, Kindness, Lessons, Love, Poetry, Soul, Thoughts, Truth | 1 Comment

✍️ Poetry for the Soul Saturday 02-21-2026

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Mark Shields

Poetry can speak where text falters, reaching the spiritual core of our being. As we reflect on the lessons of Colossians 2:16-19, here is a poem that communicates just how important Christ is in our life.

Because of Christ—
who met every holy demand
like light slipping perfectly into a waiting dawn—
we walk unbound by human‑made chains,
moving as those already crowned,
carried by a victory
that cannot be undone.

Bound Together for a Purpose

Christ is the Head
From whom the whole body grows—
The source of wisdom,
The fountain of life that flows.

Each member is knitted together by love,
A love that frees us
And unites,
Binding us in purpose.

Faith becomes a baton
Carried through each century
Passed from generation to generation,
Toward spiritual victory.

Because of Christ,
We will win this race—
Strengthened by truth,
Accepted by grace.

For He fulfilled
Every law, every ritual,
And we grow
More spiritual.

We are held together
By the One
Who gave everything
His one and only Son.

In Christ,
We find our identity,
The gifts we each bring,
and our unity.

Like three strands woven together –
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit –
We gain greater strength
and there is no limit.

We are connected
Now and forever
To the Source of life
and to each other.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 2:16-19

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✍️Poetry for the Soul Saturday 02-14-2026

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Mark Shields

When we feel stuck in a rut, the best way forward is to keep our eyes on the reward of eternal paradise. Colossians 2:8-15 reminds us that our focus and freedom are found in Jesus alone. Here is a poem to inspire getting out of the rut and on solid ground.

🌿 Onward Toward Glory

Stuck in a rut,
the soul sighs for change—
a bold turning,
a vibrant renewal,
momentum rising like dawn.

Anchored in Truth,
as knowledge steadies the mind
and understanding deepens,
our eyes lift to the ONE
who is everything—
the Anchor in our chaos,
the Light in our darkness.

Deity wrapped in human flesh,
walking dusty roads,
bearing our frailty,
our Savior who reigns
now and forever.

He erases our wrongs,
nailing every debt to the cross,
and frees us to walk
in fullness of grace,
in the breath of new life.

Strength rises—
power to climb out of the rut,
to stand on solid ground,
to walk by faith,
guided by Truth,
onward toward glory,
following Jesus.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 2:8-15.

Posted in Faith, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Boldness, Faith, Freedom, Grace, Guidance, Inspiration, Knowledge, Momentum, Poetry, Power, Renewal, Reward, Savior, Soul, Strength, Truth | 1 Comment

Poetry for the Soul Saturday 02-07-2026

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Shields

Poetry has a unique power to extract profound truths into a few potent words, crystallizing our thoughts and stirring the heart and soul. As we reflect on the lessons of Colossians 2:1-7, let us remain deeply rooted in Christ, growing in the mystery of His life within us, discovering the treasures of wisdom and knowledge He freely gives.

🌿 Rooted in Him

Like a tree that drinks from hidden springs,
we draw our life from depths unseen—
rooted in Christ the King,
providing every good thing.

When faith is anchored in Truth,
storms may rise,
winds may howl,
yet we stand—
steady, growing,
bearing the quiet fruits
His Spirit cultivates within.

For in Him lie treasures
the world cannot measure—
wisdom tucked like gold in caverns,
knowledge waiting like dawn behind the hills,
discovered by those who seek
who reach the heights of tallest peaks.

And there, in the mystery revealed,
Christ in us—
the hope,
the glory,
the nearness of God
with vessels no longer flawed.

Grace reaches through the shadows,
gathers us,
restores us to the Father—
no longer tired or bothered.

So, we pray,
and His Word becomes our daily bread—
nourishment for the roots,
strength for the branches,
life for the soul
in Him we always grow.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon reading Colossians 2:1-7

Posted in Faith, Poems, Poetry | Tagged Discovery, Faith, Glory, Grace, Hope, Inspiration, Knowledge, Lessons, Mystery, Poetry, Prayer, Soul, Strength, Thoughts, Treasures, Truth, Wisdom | 1 Comment

Poetry for the Soul Saturday 01-31-2026

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Shields

Poetry has a unique power to extract profound truths into a few potent words, crystallizing our thoughts and stirring the heart and soul. As we reflect on the lessons of Colossians 1:24-29, may this poem inspire a vision of victory, with hearts on fire, enduring every trial for the glory of Christ.

✨ A Vision of Victory

A vision of victory lights the way,
Through shadows of trial, through night and day.
Perseverance grows where hope takes root,
Sacrifice transformed to purpose resolute.

Effort becomes triumph, pain becomes song,
Like Paul who rejoiced though the road was long.
In distress he found joy, in chains he saw grace,
For devotion to Jesus gave strength to embrace.

The mystery revealed, the gospel made known,
Christ dwelling within, His Spirit our own.
Desire and power beyond human frame,
Possibilities endless in His holy name.

The One who shaped heaven, galaxies spun,
Who whispered the stars into radiant run,
Now shapes your life with beauty untold,
A tapestry woven in purpose bold.

So, walk with courage, endure with cheer,
For the victory of Christ draws ever near.
What eye has not seen, nor mind yet conceived,
Is the glory prepared for all who believe.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 1:24-29

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Poetry for the Soul Saturday 01-24-2026

Posted on January 24, 2026 by Mark Shields

✨ The Way of Jesus

Follow the Way of Jesus,
The visible image of the invisible God,
Into the mystery and majesty,
Where eternal blessings are broad.

United in purpose,
He leads us to always obey,
Guiding through every challenge,
Because the cross has opened the way.

Peace with the Father,
And everlasting love—
So, we follow the Light
That shines on the path from above.

With purpose in every step,
We tell the world about Jesus
Not only in words,
But in the way they see us.

And many will follow,
For His glory is in us,
With hearts transformed,
Walking the Way of Jesus.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Paul’s words in Colossians 1:15-23

Posted in Poems, Poetry, Purpose | Tagged Blessings, Destiny, Grace, Guidance, Hope, Majesty, Mystery, Peace, Poetry, Purpose, Wisdom | 1 Comment

Poetry for the Soul Saturday 01-17-2026

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mark Shields

🌿 Refreshing Stream of Prayers

A stream of prayers flow through the hills,
Into my mind, into my heart it fills.
Refreshing my soul with holy light,
Guiding my steps in God’s pure sight.

I walk His Way, with joy I share,
Helping others with love and care.
A life that pleases the Lord I choose,
Strength renewed, I cannot lose.

Endurance and patience steady my pace,
Through trials I move with gentle grace.
The mission designed by God I embrace,
Empowered by Spirit, wisdom in place.

Blessed by His hand, I shine each day,
Blessing others along the way.
With thankful heart, I lift my song,
In His strength, I am made strong.

Poem Inspired by Reflections upon Reading Colossians 1:9-14