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My name is Mark. I’m just an old country boy. I give God all the Glory
My heart He filled April 26, 2021, with rhyming joy.
God showed up and gave the gift of rhyming to me
I now share it with all who listen for His Beauty to see
Mark my Words
The Greatest Gift
Why I write, I’ll share with you,
A journey deep, a purpose true,
To bring forth words from soul to page,
To touch the hearts of every age.
I write to share the thoughts inside,
To heal, to soothe, to be a guide,
To bring a smile, a tear of joy,
Or moments sad, yet not destroy.
My poems live within the mind,
Yet fully breathe when they are kind,
To those who read and feel the weight,
Of emotions shared, of love and fate.
For poems are not complete alone,
They thrive when hearts have fully known,
The gift of words, from soul to pen,
A whisper sent from Heaven, then.
The greatest gift a poet sees,
Is knowing words can set minds free,
To stir the heart, inspire flight,
This is why, dear friend, I write.
For God’s Honor and Glory
Mark C Waldrop
MarkWaldrop KE4WA
Email ke7wa@juno.com
God Is So Good
God is so good
more faithful than morning light,
more steady than mountains,
more tender than the quiet night.
He is taking me places
I never dreamed I’d stand
paths I once feared to travel,
now guided by His hand.
He opened doors I never knocked on,
He spoke peace where I felt fear,
He turned valleys into victory
and wiped away every tear.
I once wondered if He heard me
if my prayers reached past the sky.
But now I see His fingerprints
in every how and why.
Not every step has been easy,
not every season felt kind
but through every storm and struggle,
He reshaped my heart and mind.
Now I walk with quiet confidence,
with gratitude understood
because God is so, so faithful
and God is so, so good.
And where He leads, I’ll follow,
with trust—not fear—instead,
for the road behind reminds me:
He’s already gone ahead. ✨
For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop





























The Habit Of Rising to the Occasion






































































Artemis II
Honor Courage & Faith
Not steel alone, nor fire and flame,
But beating hearts that dare to claim
The path once walked, now walked anew—
Through silent skies, by faithful few.
They carry more than suits and gear,
They carry hope, and human fear.
A glance at Earth, so small, so bright,
Reminds them what they hold so tight.
No crowd above, no sound, no cheer,
Just whispered prayers that God may hear.
For in that vast and endless blue,
It’s still a human point of view.
And as they arc ‘round moonlit gray,
They bring our fragile dreams their way—
Not just to reach what lies afar,
But show us who we truly are.
Psalm 8:3–4 (KJV)
“When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers,
the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;
What is man, that thou art mindful of him?
and the son of man, that thou visitest him?”
Mark C Waldrop

No One Left Behind
Through distant lands and silent skies,
Where sacrifice in valor lies,
A warrior fell, yet not alone—
For Heaven marked and called him home.
Across the miles, through grief and prayer,
A nation felt his absence there.
But love does not forget its own,
Nor leaves a soul where seeds are sown.
With steady hands and hearts so true,
They brought him back as heroes do.
Through shadowed paths and battles long,
Carried by honor, courage strong.
No fallen one is cast aside,
No name forgotten, none denied.
For every life in duty given
Is etched in earth—and crowned in Heaven.
God is good, through loss and pain,
Through falling tears and skies of rain.
For even death cannot divide
The bond of those who stand with pride.
So home he comes, where flags still wave,
From distant field to honored grave.
A promise kept, a sacred vow—
No one left behind… not then, not now.
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” — John 15:13 (KJV)
For God’s Honor and Glory
Mark C Waldrop

In the whispers of Tom Lykins, wisdom does resound, "Remember Eternity, where truth is profoundly found. Way too long to be wrong, in its endless song, It's never mistaken to live right, to be strong. Let sorrow’s chains be shattered, forever ended, Let the friendless find warmth, their spirits mended. In acts of kindness, let our hearts convey, Help somebody, somehow, today. May we embody the grace of Jesus, hands and feet, In every moment, every challenge we meet. When opportunity knocks, let us open the door, With love and compassion, forevermore. Remember, God's love is a ceaseless, radiant glow, A truth Tom Lykins wishes all to know. In this journey, under the vast, starlit sky, God loves you, and so do I. “Inspired by the sentiments and wisdom of Tom Lykins, K4LID, this poem echoes the messages of hope, kindness, and eternal love. March 26, 2024 Created by MarkWaldrop
🌿 Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best 🌿
Scripture:
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” — Romans 12:2 (ESV)
Devotional Thought:
This world is loud. It shouts its opinions, trends, and temptations, trying to shape our thoughts and values. But as children of God, we are called to a different path—one that doesn’t conform but transforms.
Romans 12:2 reminds us that our Father knows best, and His will for us is not only perfect—it’s also discoverable. But we won’t find it by following the crowd. We find it by allowing God to renew our minds through His Word, prayer, and the work of the Holy Spirit.
Transformation isn’t instant—it’s a daily surrender. Each time we let go of worldly thinking and cling to God’s truth, we become more like Christ. And in that transformation, we begin to see clearly. We begin to understand what is truly “good and acceptable and perfect.”
God doesn’t just want you to follow rules—He wants to reshape your heart, so that your desires align with His. Because He knows the end from the beginning. And He knows what’s best for your soul.
Reflection Question:
What part of your thinking needs renewal today? Are there areas where you’ve been conforming instead of transforming?
Prayer:
Father, renew my mind today. Help me not to be swept up in the patterns of this world, but to be transformed by Your truth. Teach me to see life from Your perspective, and give me the courage to walk in Your perfect will. I trust that You know what’s best for me—better than I ever could. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Today’s Step:
Before making a decision today, pause and ask: Is this the world’s way, or God’s way? Then choose the path that leads to transformation.
✝️ Our Father knows best—and when we think like Him, we’ll walk in the life He intended for us.
🌿 Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best 🌿
Scripture:
“For in Him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily, and you have been filled in Him, who is the head of all rule and authority.” — Colossians 2:9–10 (ESV)
Devotional Thought:
When life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or out of control, it’s comforting to remember this truth: Our Father knows best because He gave us His best—Jesus.
In Christ, all the fullness of God dwells. Not a portion. Not a reflection. The entire nature of God—His wisdom, power, love, and truth—was revealed in the person of Jesus. And here’s the astonishing part: we have been filled in Him. That means everything we need—peace, strength, direction, identity—is already ours through Jesus.
He is not only Savior; He is the Head over all rule and authority. No circumstance is beyond His reach. No enemy can overpower His reign. When we submit our lives to Him, we aren’t placing our trust in uncertainty—we’re standing on the sure foundation of the One who knows everything and holds everything.
Our Father, in His perfect wisdom, gave us Jesus—God in the flesh—so we could live full, confident, and rooted lives. When we feel empty, it’s not because God has failed. It’s because we’ve forgotten that we’ve already been filled in Christ.
Reflection Question:
Where in your life are you seeking fulfillment apart from Jesus? How would your choices change if you truly believed He is enough?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for giving me the fullness of life through Your Son. Help me to stop searching for what I already have in Jesus. Remind me that He is Lord over all, and that I am complete in Him. Let my confidence rest not in my circumstances but in Your eternal wisdom and perfect love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Today’s Truth:
You lack nothing—because the One who holds everything has already filled you with His fullness.
✝️ Our Father knows best—and in Christ, He has already given us everything we need.
🌿 Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best 🌿
Scripture: “Whoever has My commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves Me. And he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.” — John 14:21 (ESV)
Devotional Thought:
As children, we may not always understand the reasoning behind a parent’s instruction, but when trust is present, obedience flows from love. Jesus makes it clear in John 14:21 that love for Him isn’t just a feeling—it’s a life lived in obedience to His Word.
Our Father in Heaven is not distant or cold. He delights in a relationship with us, one marked by love, trust, and obedience. And just like an earthly father longs to protect and provide, our Heavenly Father knows what’s best for our hearts, our choices, and our future.
When we choose to keep His commandments, even when they challenge our comfort or confront our will, we demonstrate that we trust His love more than our limited understanding. And in return, Jesus promises something extraordinary—He will manifest Himself to us. That means deeper intimacy, clearer direction, and a greater awareness of His presence in our lives.
Reflection Question:
Is there a command of Christ you’ve been hesitant to obey? What would it look like to trust that your Father truly knows best?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for loving me enough to give me direction. I confess that sometimes I want to go my own way, but today I choose to trust You. Help me to love You through obedience, knowing that You always have my good in mind. Show me more of Yourself as I walk in Your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Today’s Step of Faith:
Pick one of Jesus’ teachings—perhaps forgiveness, generosity, or humility—and commit to living it out in a tangible way today. Watch how He reveals Himself in the process.
✝️ Loving Jesus means listening to Him, trusting Him, and obeying Him—because our Father truly knows best.
🌿 Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best 🌿
Scripture: “For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” — Galatians 5:13 (ESV)
Devotional Thought:
The world often tells us that “freedom” means doing whatever we want—chasing desires, indulging whims, and answering to no one. But our Heavenly Father, who lovingly created us, knows better.
In Galatians 5:13, Paul reminds us that true freedom is not the absence of boundaries, but the presence of love. We are called to live free—not to satisfy selfish cravings, but to serve others in the spirit of Christ. That kind of freedom brings peace, purpose, and lasting joy.
Like a parent guiding a child away from danger, God sets limits not to restrict us, but to protect us. He knows where real joy is found: in love, in surrender, in service. His wisdom far surpasses our own. When we trust that our Father knows best, we stop resisting His direction and start walking in His design for our lives—lives marked by humility, love, and selflessness.
Reflection Question:
How are you using your God-given freedom today—to please yourself, or to serve someone else in love?
Prayer:
Father, thank You for calling me to live in the freedom of Christ. Help me not to use this freedom for selfish gain, but to walk in love and serve those around me. Teach me to trust that You always know best. May my life reflect the wisdom and love of my Heavenly Father. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Challenge:
Do one thing today that puts someone else’s need ahead of your own—joyfully and without expecting anything in return. Let it be your act of love in freedom.
✝️ Our Father knows best—not because He controls us, but because He loves us enough to lead us home.