The devoted men of Berkely Baptist Church 
Always for their Loving God they do search

No one above the other all working together just like brothers 

No matter where they go or the time of day always willing to serve others in every way 

God looks down and blesses them with the love of His Son Jesus
His love in our souls calms and pleases us

As we go about our way let us strive to do just a little more each day

Spreading the Good News of God's Love as we toil from day to day

Bowing our heads and Thanking Him for His Love
Being sent through the Holy Spirit from Heaven Above. 

April 30, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Amidst the turmoil and the strife,
A prince arises to protect our life.

Jesus, the great, with strength untold,
Guides us through the darkness and the cold.

For a time of distress is upon us now,
A trial that none can fully allow.

It is a time like none before,
A test that shakes us to our core.

But fear not, for those whose names are written,
In the book of life, shall not be smitten,

With deliverance and with grace,
As Jesus' light shines on their face.

And those who sleep in the dust of the earth,
Shall awaken to a new rebirth,

Some to everlasting life, they'll soar,
While others face eternal shame and more.

So let us hold onto hope and love,
And trust in the power from above,

For Jesus' strength will carry us through,
And lead us to a life that's ever new.

April 28, 2023
Complied by
Mark Waldrop

Have you been to the gym lately
To whip your body into shape
No pain, no gain, there is no escape 

How about your faith? Have you  exercised it lately 
Does it appear limp and weak, or is it very stately

God may exercise our faith, and it may cause some pain
Going through the fire, we will continue to gain

April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Do I have the confidence to call it? 
Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee
Something is going to happen in round three

People don't understand the confidence to call something in the future 
Even if that something calls for a suture

Where does my confidence lie 
In this world that is so sly

If we hear the word of God and have Faith in His Son Jesus 
Our confidence will shine every time someone see us

Amazing Grace I am heaven bound
How do I know because of the confidence I have found

April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop 

You have to leave your comfort zone
To continue to March on. 

You can only climb the ladder by reaching for the rung above 
Always have your eye on Him, searching for His Love

There is no end to the climb here on earth
Gravity will only leave us at our rebirth

Until then, putting one foot in front of the other
We keep sharing God's Love with one another

April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Whatever you do, see it through 
Be it big or be, it small it's for you

Never give up, never turn back
Pressing forward, staying on track

The finish line lies ahead; with strength and courage, I'll reach it on my deathbed

Eyes straight ahead on God's Son from above
The prize being that of incredible Love

April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Where can I go to get a good night's sleep? I'm tired and have no money, you see
Is there a place where someone cares and they will take care of me

I've heard there is such a place. I do not know where to look
Someone told me it is spoken of in the Good Book

Please, Please help me. I am fading away. I don't think I can last another day

I can see it now; it's just across the bridge
Luscious green pasture with cool running water just over the ridge

Thank you, my friend, for caring for me
Such Love, I never thought I would see

April 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Who's keeping the night watch for you and me
Is it someone earthly or someone higher we can't see

Lay down to a peaceful rest tonight
God is holding us so very tight

Never be frightened in any way
His son Jesus cares for us each day

April 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Do shadows of old continue to  haunt me
Do they cloud my vision so that I can’t see

Shadows disappear 
When light appears 

The shadows of my soul have all gone away
The very day Jesus came in to stay 

No sadness, just joy for me
From the day God set me free

Thank you, God, for caring for me
before time began
Thank You for sending your Son Jesus to save Man

Love, I can't understand or deserve
Only through Jesus learning to serve

Eye can't see, nor tongue can tell
Of the love of the water from your deep well 

I bow my head every day; thanking you for the many blessings You send my way

April 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop

Do I have a resting place?
A quiet place that will bring me grace
whether physical or spiritual rest.
I need both to be truly blest. 

By putting my trust in The Will of God
Attaining peace before I rest under the sod

No matter where I go or where I stay
Peaceful rest will follow me all the way

Thank You, God. Thank You, God, for your promise of rest every day

April 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop