Ernie the Bee man

Ernie has a unique talent given by God
Looking after some of His remarkable creatures above the sod

The Honey Bee is often overlooked; without them, many things would not be available to cook 

Keeping the bees in good health and from harm
Bringing a great reward to Ernie, never being alarmed

It takes a particular person to do what Ernie does
God entrusts him with His Bees because of his love

March 11, 2023
Mark Waldrop

Penned for my friend
Ernest M Blevins
Blevins Bees
Coatesville, Pennsylvania

Freedom to Worship

We have many wonderful freedoms in this world today
None more important than the Freedom of Worship I must say

Worshiping the creator of our very being
Would be the most important and far-reaching

We should do our very best and pray to God every day
To see that the most valuable freedom does not go away

God works in mysterious ways His Wonders to perform
So that we might continue to worship through any storm

March 11, 2023
Mark Waldrop

His Hand in Mine

Jesus holding a woman’s hand. Similar Images:
For many years I tried to walk alone
I seemed to stumble over every stone

Then one day, a buddy introduced me to a friend of his
I suddenly realized what real love is

Jesus came into my heart. I took his hand
He now gives me the strength to stand in a new land

No more years of stumbling or groping in the dark for me
His bright light now illuminates the path I see

With His Hand in mine, I will forever have the strength to continue the climb

March 10. 2023
Mark Waldrop

Heading in the right Direction

Am I headed in the right or wrong direction
The path I take and the decision I make can bring me great protection

The right or wrong path is left up to me
the further I go and what I see
Do things seem to be getting better or worse for me

There is one rudder that will hold my ship steady on this rough sea
Faith in God through His Son Jesus, who died for me

March 10, 2023
Mark Waldrop

The bumpy road

The road seems bumpy at times
Hang on it will smooth out
Usually, the bumps come before major construction no doubt

Paving the road will surely improve the ride
Repairing your suspension will help you glide

A lot has to do with the road you choose
Playing follow the leader you may refuse

Taking the road less traveled is the best some say

Going the opposite of the multitude may bring you happier days 

March 9, 2023
Mark Waldrop

Grandpa’s Bible

Grandpa’s Bible brings a tear to my eye
Him holding it close just before he died

It traveled many a mile to and from church
All around town with souls to search

The leather is all worn and tattered now
I know in God's eyes it's a Blue Ribbon somehow 

The smell of his Old Spice on the cover
It isn't easy to imagine his life is over 

From cover to cover, his life shows God's Love 
I now commit him to his Heavenly Father above

March 9, 2023
Mark Waldrop

Grandma’s Bible

Women reading the Holy Bible,Reading a book.
Grandma's Bible means so much to me
I've seen her reading it while drinking tea

She read it when the grandkids were born
She read it the day Grandpa died early that morn

All the congregation sought her chocolate pies at the church social. She always remarked the recipe was with her devotional

Thinking nothing of it after she passed away. I was leafing through her Bible one day
There it was, the Chocolate Pie recipe. I had to bow my head and pray

She's in Heaven now. No more sorrow, no more pain
Strolling the streets with Grandpa praising His Name. 

March 9, 2023
Mark Waldrop