🍪 National Cookie Day 🍪

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🍪 National Cookie Day 🍪

What is your favorite cookie today?
A question sweet in every way.
Chocolate chip or lemon bite,
Warm and gooey, pure delight.

Oatmeal raisin, snickerdoodle spice,
Peanut butter—oh so nice.
Sugar cookies dressed so bright,
Sprinkles sparkling in the light.

Truth be told, if I may strike,
I never met a cookie I didn’t like.
Big or small, soft or crisp,
Each one brings a little bliss.

So grab a treat and celebrate,
Life’s simple joys that taste so great.
On Cookie Day, come what may
Let happiness be baked today. 🍪💛

Yum Yum Yum
MarkWaldrop

December 4

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Verse of the Day
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."


Reflection
Life often brings challenges and uncertainties that can fill us with fear and dismay. This powerful verse from Isaiah offers reassurance and comfort, reminding us that we are never alone. Our Heavenly Father is always with us, providing strength, help, and support. His promise to uphold us with His righteous right hand is a testament to His unwavering love and faithfulness.

Devotional Thought
In times of difficulty, it's natural to feel overwhelmed and fearful. However, God’s assurance in Isaiah 41:10 calls us to trust in His presence and power. He is our strength and our help, ready to uphold us in every situation. Embracing this promise can transform our fears into faith, knowing that our Father knows best and is always by our side.

Prayer
Dear Lord,
Thank You for Your constant presence and the assurance that we do not need to fear. Help us to trust in Your strength and support in times of trouble. May we always remember that You are our God, who upholds us with Your righteous right hand. Fill our hearts with peace and courage, knowing that You are with us every step of the way.
Amen.

Application
When faced with a challenge today, take a moment to pause and remind yourself of God's promise in Isaiah 41:10. Repeat the verse and let its truth sink into your heart. Trust that God is with you, providing the strength and help you need. Lean on His righteous right hand and move forward with confidence.

Thought for the Day
Our Father knows best and is always with us, offering strength and support. In every moment of fear or dismay, remember His promise to uphold you with His righteous right hand. Trust in His presence and power, and let His assurance fill you with peace and courage.

Oh, That We Would Wait

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Oh, That We Would Wait

Oh, that we would wait, with hearts awake,
For Jesus Christ to come
The way we stand at airport gates,
Eyes fixed, expectant, drawn.

We watch each face come walking through,
Hope rising with each stride;
Imagine if our souls looked up
For Christ with such delight inside.

How eagerly we scan the crowd
For someone that we love
Yet greater still the day He comes
Descending from above.

Oh, that we would wait like this,
In joy that can’t be weighed
Anticipating glory’s gate
Where tears will all be laid.

May every heartbeat, every breath,
Hold longing pure and true
To meet the One who died for us,
And makes all things brand new.

Jhn 14:3  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. 

For God’s Glory and Honor

MarkWaldrop

A Humble Drummer

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A tale unfolds, a melody sweet,
"Come," they beckon, a journey to greet.
Gifts adorned with love, laid at His feet,
In homage to the King, a joy complete.

Yet a humble drummer, giftless it seems,
No treasure to rival the wise men's dreams.
With a beat, a rhythm, his offering beams,
A heart's cadence echoes in silent streams.

Pa rum pum pum pum, the ox and lamb sway,
To the rhythm of love on that sacred day.
A drum played with devotion, a child at play,
He smiled, for in simple gifts, kings find their way.

December 17, 2023
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December 3

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Verse of the Day
Luke 6:38
"Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."

Reflection
In our journey of faith, generosity plays a crucial role. This verse from Luke emphasizes the abundant blessings that come from giving with a sincere heart. When we give selflessly, we not only bless others but also open ourselves up to receive God's overflowing grace and provision. Our Father, who knows what we need, promises that our generosity will be met with His boundless blessings.

Devotional Thought
Giving is not merely about sharing our material resources; it also involves our time, love, and kindness. As we extend these gifts to others, we align ourselves with God's character, reflecting His love and compassion. Trust that God, who sees your heart, will bless you abundantly. His measure is far greater than ours, pressed down, shaken together, and running over.

Prayer
Dear Lord,
Help us to give generously and selflessly, knowing that You see our hearts and will bless us in return. Teach us to trust in Your promises and to remember that Your measure of blessing far exceeds our own. May our acts of giving reflect Your love and bring glory to Your name.
Amen.

Application
Today, look for opportunities to give. It could be through a kind word, a helping hand, or a material gift. Remember that your generosity is a reflection of God's love and will be returned to you in ways you may not expect. Trust in His promise that as you give, you will receive abundantly.

Thought for the Day
Our Father knows best and promises that our generosity will be met with His overflowing blessings. Give with a joyful heart, knowing that God's measure is always pressed down, shaken together, and running over

The Shield

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          The Shield

Come back with your shield,
or come back on it
for honor is not earned
through comfort or quitting.

The battle may tremble,
the night may roar,
but courage stands firm
where fear keeps score.

For some fight with weapons,
and some fight with prayer
yet both stand unbroken
because God is there.

So face every trial,
every valley, every test
not seeking the easiest path,
but choosing the noblest and best.

If you stumble, rise stronger
if you weep, let it flow
for victory isn’t just winning,
but refusing to let go.

So march with conviction,
with faith as your song
come back with your shield,
or come back carried true
but never come back wrong.

Eph 6:11  Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 

For God’s Honor and Glory

MarkWaldrop

Jesus Is the Reason for the Season

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Amid the lights and holiday cheer,
Let us pause and make it clear,
The gifts, the songs, the joyful feast,
Point to the birth of the Prince of Peace.

Not silver, nor gold, nor worldly treasure,
But love eternal, beyond all measure.
A Savior born, a gift so pure,
For every heart, His love is sure.

The star that shone so long ago,
Guided the world to the love we know.
In a humble manger, a King was laid,
A promise kept, salvation made.

So as we gather this Christmas time,
Let His name in our hearts shine.
For all we celebrate, all we believe in,
Is because Jesus is the reason for the season.

MarkWaldrop

December 2

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Daily Devotional Theme: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Verse of the Day
Colossians 3:23
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters."

Reflection
As we navigate through the tasks and responsibilities of our daily lives, it is essential to remember that our efforts are not just for our own gain or the approval of others, but ultimately for God. This perspective can transform even the most mundane tasks into acts of worship and service to our Heavenly Father, who sees and values our dedication and sincerity.

Devotional Thought
In every aspect of life, whether it is at home, work, or in our community, we face moments that test our patience, diligence, and integrity. The verse from Colossians reminds us to carry out our duties with a heart full of passion and commitment, not for human recognition but as a service to God. Our Father knows the best path for us, and when we align our work with His will, we find purpose and fulfillment.

Prayer
Dear Lord, 
Help us to remember that every task we undertake is an opportunity to serve You. Grant us the strength to work wholeheartedly and the wisdom to recognize Your hand guiding us. May our efforts be a reflection of our faith and devotion to You. Teach us to trust in Your perfect knowledge and plan for our lives.
Amen.

Application
Take a moment today to reflect on your current tasks and responsibilities. Consider how you can approach them with a renewed mindset of serving God. Whether you are caring for your family, working at your job, or volunteering in your community, do it with all your heart, knowing that your Father in Heaven sees and appreciates your efforts.

Thought for the Day
When we work for the Lord, every task becomes a meaningful part of His divine plan. Remember, our Father knows best, and He values our dedication and heartfelt service.

Once an Outlaw

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        Once an Outlaw

I hunted down every outlaw
that crossed my line of sight—
chasing shadows of old memories,
restless days and sleepless nights.

The desert winds kept whisperin’,

“Boy, you can’t outrun your past,”

but stubborn hearts are slow to learn,
and trouble always rides in fast.

Nowhere left to turn,
no friendly trail to follow,
just dust beneath my boots
and pride that’s grown too hollow.

Most days I kept to darkness,
living quiet, laying low
haunted by the choices made
and the seeds I helped to sow.

But somewhere in the silence,
as the moon began to glow,
my soul cried out in tremblin’ words

“Lord… help me before I go.”

Because even the hardest drifter,
beneath the scars and grit and steel,
still hopes there’s grace enough for him
a place where broken hearts can heal.

So I stand here with hands open,
no guns, no lies, no show
just a weary man asking mercy…
Oh Lord… help me before I go.

MarkWaldrop

IN THE LAST DAYS

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🕊️IN THE LAST DAYS 🕊️
by Mark C. Waldrop

The Lord is pouring His Spirit out
in these final, trembling days
and hearts once cold are burning,
and silent lips now praise.

Dreams are stirring in the weary,
visions rise in young and old
and the Gospel flame grows brighter
as the ancient words unfold.

Chains are breaking in the shadows,
truth is marching through the land
for the Spirit of the Living God
is moving by His sovereign hand.

Prodigals are turning homeward,
the broken lift their heads
and the thirsty find their filling
where His living waters spread.

Signs remind us time is closing,
but fear has lost its voice
for the Bride is being readied
and the heavens soon rejoice.

So let the trumpet echo softly
through every soul awake
The Lord is pouring His Spirit out
His promise no man can break.

And when the sky splits open,
and the King of Glory comes
every knee shall bow before Him,
and every tongue proclaim:

Jesus is Lord 
forever the same.

Jol 2:28  And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: 

For God’s Honor and Glory

MarkWaldrop