“True Peace Does Not Come Through Diplomacy”

True peace does not come through handshake or deal,
Through treaties signed with a political seal.
It’s not in the halls where agendas are spun,
But flows from the heart of the Holy One.

It’s not in the speeches or paper and pen,
For peace made by man is broken again.
No ceasefire lasts when hate’s still alive
Only God’s Spirit can cause peace to thrive.

Diplomacy falters where pride has its way,
But Christ brings a peace no world can betray.
Not built on power, not bought with gold,
But given in grace to the meek and the bold.

His peace calms the storm, stills every fear,
Not just for a season, but year after year.
Through faith in the cross and a soul made new,
True peace is eternal, perfect, and true.

So don’t trust in nations to silence the strife
Seek peace in the Savior, the Giver of Life.

Jhn 14:27  Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid 

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

       Too Blessed

I’m too blessed to be stressed,
God gives my weary soul sweet rest.
Though storms may rage and trials come,
I walk in peace—His will be done.

I’m too blessed to be depressed,
With joy and grace I am caressed.
Each morning brings new mercies bright,
His love, my anchor in the night.

The world may try to weigh me down,
But I will not wear sorrow’s crown.
My heart is full, my hands raised high
I’m walking blessed beneath His sky.

So when the burdens start to press,
I lift my voice and I confess:
I’m too blessed to lose my song
In Christ, my strength is always strong.

Lamentations 3:22–23 (ESV)

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

    A Prayer for Humble Wisdom

Dear God, I come with open hands,
Not seeking crowns or high demands.
But wisdom, Lord—that sacred light,
To walk by faith and not by sight.

Give me the grace to kneel, not climb,
To serve with joy, in Your good time.
To listen more and speak much less,
To count Your ways as righteousness.

Let not my pride cause me to fall,
But humbly heed Your every call.
For strength is found in bending low,
Where living waters freely flow.

So guard my steps, my heart, my tongue,
And keep me kind, though I am young.
With wisdom’s lamp, make clear my way
That I may not stumble, Lord, today.

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

“Don’t Be Sucked In”
by Mark C. Waldrop

Don’t let the little things steal your peace
Not every storm demands release.
Some battles fade with silent grace,
Not every slight needs to take first place.

This world is loud, with endless spin,
But we don’t have to be sucked in.
For though it’s soaked in sin and pride,
We walk with One who’s by our side.

The headlines shout, the tempers flare,
But truth still whispers in quiet prayer.
If we would pause and kneel and pray,
God will show us the narrow way.

Not in the chaos or the crowd,
But in His Word—clear, strong, and loud.
So guard your heart, keep spirit still,
And trust His timing, trust His will.

Don’t major in the minor things,
Or clip the grace your patience brings.
Fix your eyes on things above
Faith, endurance, hope, and love.

Let mercy win, let kindness lead,
Let go of every lesser need.
He’ll calm the waves, restore your view
Just listen close… He’s guiding you.

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop