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April 25

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Philippians 2:13 (KJV)
For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

Reflection:
Often, we feel the pressure to do things on our own, whether it’s trying to make the right decisions or accomplish what we believe is God’s will. But Philippians 2:13 offers a profound reassurance: it is God Himself who works in us, giving us both the desire and the ability to carry out His good purposes. We are not left to our own limited strength or wisdom.

This truth transforms our approach to life. We don't have to rely solely on our efforts or feel inadequate for the tasks God sets before us. Instead, we can trust that He is actively at work within us, shaping our will and guiding our actions according to His divine plan. Our Father knows what is best, and He equips us with everything we need to follow His path.

When we surrender our plans to God and allow Him to lead, we can experience the peace and joy that comes from knowing we are not alone in our journey. His Spirit within us empowers us to do His will—not out of compulsion, but as a natural response to His work in our hearts.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for working in me to both will and to do Your good pleasure. Help me to trust in Your strength and guidance, knowing that You are always with me. May I live each day surrendered to Your will, confident that You are directing my steps. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Shepherd

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         The Shepherd

The shepherd must walk where the sheep have trod,
Through valleys low and meadows broad.
He cannot lead from heights afar,
But stays beside where his people are.

The shepherd must smell like the sheep he tends,
Their cries, their wounds, their needs he mends.
For if his heart stays clean, untouched,
His flock grows wild, unled, unloved.

Through tangled thorns and muddy ground,
The faithful shepherd will be found.
Not clothed in pride, nor standing tall,
But stooped to lift the weak who fall.

For leadership that’s true and deep
Requires the smell, the touch of sheep.
To walk among, to bear their pain,
To guide them gently home again.

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

Long Lines

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           Long Lines

Long Lines, what awaits at the end?
Is it worth the time and effort, my friend?

The answer to the question is both yes and no. 
For some, they would wait all day. 
For others, walk on by without delay. 

For Eternity, there is no line either way. 
Reservations are made way before the day. 

For His Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

I Love to Listen

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     I Love to Listen

I love to listen, soft and still,
To catch the whisper of God’s will.
The more I listen, the more I learn,
As hearts unfold and voices turn.

In quiet moments, wisdom speaks,
Through silent tears or joy that peaks.
Each story shared, each truth revealed,
Becomes a wound that’s gently healed.

I love to listen, to hearts and souls,
For every voice has deeper goals.
The more I listen, the more I see,
The thread of grace in you and me.

For His Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

If You’re Not Making Mistakes

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If You’re Not Making Mistakes

If you’re not making mistakes each day,
You might be standing still, I’d say.
For those who try, who dare, who do,
Will sometimes fall—but rise anew.

Mistakes are proof you’ve stepped outside,
Beyond the fear, beyond your pride.
They mark the path where growth begins,
Where failure ends and learning wins.

So take the risk, embrace the fall,
For doing nothing costs us all.
But every stumble, every break,
Is just another chance to wake.

If you’re not making mistakes, it’s true
You’re missing life and all it grew!

For God’s Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

April 24

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
2 Corinthians 9:7 (KJV)
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.

Reflection:
Giving is a personal act of worship, one that is meant to come from the heart. This verse speaks to the importance of intention in our giving. God doesn't want us to give out of obligation or with a heavy heart. Instead, He desires that we give joyfully, with love and gratitude for what He has given us.

When we give cheerfully, we reflect the nature of our Heavenly Father, who delights in blessing His children. Whether it’s our time, resources, or love, our offerings are precious to God when they come from a heart that willingly serves. It’s not the size of the gift but the spirit in which it is given that matters most to Him.

Our Father knows what is best for us, and when we trust Him with our giving, we experience the joy of partnering with Him in His work. In His kingdom, a heart that gives freely and cheerfully is one that understands the true meaning of generosity. It is a reflection of the abundant grace we have received from God and a way to show our love and gratitude toward Him.

Prayer:
Lord, help me to give from a heart that is filled with joy and gratitude. Teach me to trust You fully in my giving, knowing that You love a cheerful giver. May I never give out of obligation or with reluctance, but always out of love for You and others. Thank You for blessing me so that I can be a blessing to others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

April 23

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
2 Corinthians 8:1-5 (KJV)
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; How that in a great trial of affliction the abundance of their joy and their deep poverty abounded unto the riches of their liberality. For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves; Praying us with much intreaty that we would receive the gift, and take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints. And this they did, not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of God.

Reflection:
The churches of Macedonia were going through incredible hardship, yet in the midst of their affliction, they experienced an abundance of joy. What stands out in this passage is how their joy and deep poverty overflowed into generosity. Even though they had little, they gave much—not just financially, but they first gave themselves fully to God.

In our lives, we often face trials that test our faith. It’s tempting to hold back or cling to what we think we need to survive. But the Macedonian believers remind us of a powerful truth: when we trust God with all that we are—our time, talents, and treasures—He does more than we could ever imagine.

God’s grace enables us to give beyond our own strength. It’s not about the size of the gift, but the heart that’s fully surrendered to Him. When we put Him first, He leads us to greater joy, even in the midst of affliction. Our Father truly knows best, and His ways are higher than ours. As we walk in faith, let’s remember to trust His will, offering ourselves to Him in love and obedience.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your abundant grace and the example of the Macedonian believers. Help us to trust You fully, especially in times of trial. Teach us to give not only from our resources but from our very selves, knowing that You will always provide for us. May we walk in obedience to Your will, finding joy in serving You and others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Greater Than That

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    Greater Than That

Whatever the burden, the battle, the pain,
Whatever you carry in sunshine or rain,
Whatever the mountain too steep or too flat—
Remember this truth: God is greater than that.

When doubt starts to whisper and hope feels so small,
When fear builds a wall and your back’s to the wall,
When questions are heavy and answers seem thin—
God’s strength begins where ours wears thin.

For faith that’s untested may sparkle like gold,
But it’s fire that proves what the hands truly hold.
It’s storms that reveal if the roots have gone deep,
If your soul clings to promises God longs to keep.

So lift up your eyes when the valley seems wide,
You’re never alone with the Lord by your side.
Whatever the problem—no matter how vast—
God is still greater, He’s first and He’s last.

Trust in the testing, rejoice through the strain,
He’s shaping your heart through the trial and the rain.
And when you emerge with your faith shining bright—
You’ll know it was forged by His love and His light.

For His Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

April 22

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Isaiah 65:17-18
"See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind. But be glad and rejoice forever in what I will create, for I will create Jerusalem to be a delight and its people a joy."

In a world full of uncertainties, it is comforting to remember that God has a perfect plan for His creation. He promises a future where all the pain, struggles, and brokenness of this life will fade away, replaced by something far greater—a new heaven and a new earth. Our Father knows best, and He is working towards a future full of joy, peace, and delight.

Often, we get caught up in the challenges of today, worrying about what lies ahead or lamenting what has passed. But God’s word reminds us to look beyond our current circumstances. His plan is much larger than what we can see or understand. He calls us to trust Him, to rejoice in His promises, and to place our hope in the new creation He is preparing for us.

God’s wisdom far exceeds ours. He knows exactly what we need, when we need it, and how it will unfold. Even when we don’t understand, we can rest assured that our Father is in control, working all things together for good (Romans 8:28).

Let us rejoice in His promise today. The former things will pass away, and His new creation will bring endless joy. In this, we can find peace and comfort, knowing that our Father truly knows best.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your promise of a new heaven and a new earth. Help us to trust in Your perfect plan, even when we don’t understand what is happening in our lives. Teach us to rejoice in the future You are preparing, knowing that You always know what’s best. Amen.

My Soul Yearns for You

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My Soul Yearns for You
(Inspired by Isaiah 26:9)

My soul yearns for You in the hush of night,
When stars bear witness to Heaven’s light.
In quiet hours, when dreams take flight,
My heart still seeks Your truth and might.

At dawn’s first glow, I rise and pray,
For You, O Lord, at break of day.
My spirit longs with holy ache,
To walk the path Your footsteps make.

When justice flows upon the land,
And nations tremble at Your hand,
The hearts of men, both great and small,
Are taught to rise, and kneel, and fall.

For in Your ways, the righteous grow,
Like rivers cleansed by melting snow.
And in Your judgments, pure and wise,
We lift our eyes beyond the skies.

So in the night and morning too,
My soul will ever thirst for You.
Until the earth and all confess—
The Lord is Light, and Righteousness.

For His Honor and Glory
MarkWaldrop

Isa 26:9  With my soul have I desired thee in the night; yea, with my spirit within me will I seek thee early: for when thy judgments are in the earth, the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness.