Just a humble Shepard Boy tending my lambs They follow my voice no matter where I am They follow, trusting, not knowing their fate Being chosen as a Safarice, not knowing the date I faithfully watch over my flock day and night Bringing me peace under the starlight Heading home now they are following me Entrusting their Shepherd with their destiny January 2, 2023 MarkWaldrop
In valleys deep and mountains high, A shepherd tends his flock with care. One hundred sheep beneath the sky, In green meadows, they graze and fare. But lo, one lamb, in innocence, Strays far from safety's gentle keep. The shepherd, with no hesitance, Leaves ninety-nine to seek the weak. Through brambles thick and rivers wide, With heart of love and eyes so keen, He searches where the lost may hide, In places rarely seen. And when at last he finds the stray, His joy is like no other sight. More than the ninety-nine that stay, His heart with love alights. For every soul, like each lost lamb, Is precious in the Father's plan. In heaven's realm, the Great I Am Seeks each lost child of man. So let us learn from this parable, Of love that seeks the one astray. A lesson timeless, invaluable: Each soul is worth the journey made. Matthew 18:12-14 January 2, 2023 Created by MarkWaldrop
Virginia O’Hanion (circa 1895)
In a world of doubt, a letter unfurls, Young Virginia seeks truth, her mind in twirls. "Is there a Santa?" she hesitantly hurls, A question that into history swirls. Church, with wisdom, pens a reply, "Your friends are mistaken," he does imply. In a skeptical age, where truths may die, He defends Santa with words that fly. "Santa exists, as love does too, Generosity, devotion, a perennial hue. In a dreary world, without the view Of Santa's spirit, joy would be askew." Unseen wonders, Church unveils, Beyond what sight and science entails. A curtain veils the world in trails, Yet faith and fancy set their sails. Tearing apart a rattle's noise, He delves into life's unseen joys. A realm where faith and love deploys, A truth that time never destroys. "No Santa Claus?" he declares with glee, "Thank God, he lives eternally." Through ages, he'll bring childhood glee, A timeless tale of festive gaiety. Created by MarkWaldrop Taken from an article in The Sun entitled “Is there a Santa Clause” Article published September 21, 1897
In the quiet of December's embrace, I sit, A silent night, wrapped in a wordless knit. Moonbeams dance with tree lights so bright, In the hush, a symphony of starlight. Children slumber, their dreams unfold, Yet my heart, in the silence, remains untold. A plush red blanket, a comforting shroud, I gaze through the window, in silence, endowed. The wintry woods stand in tranquil repose, As the night, like a river, silently flows. How to find hope on this long, silent eve? In the whispers of shadows, what stories weave? I take a breath, seek solace in the still, Yet my heart resists, an unquenchable thrill. In the quiet, a journey to hope's soft light, A dance with shadows on this silent night. December 19, 2023 Created by MarkWaldrop
The camel train to Bethlehem was quite small Three Kings Following a Star hearing God's Call The King of the ages was born that very day No room in the inn. In a straw manager, he lay God in human form sent to save the lost souls of men The animals bowed low showing their homage to him The camel train to Bethelem was blessed that day Following a light in their heart that will forever stay Old King Herrod was deceived, his heart too dark to see The Glorious Star of Bethelem that lasts through eternity The camel train to Bethelem made untold history that day Leading mankind to the Star that remains in our hearts today December 18, 2023 MarkWaldrop
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 Created by MarkWaldrop
In humble steps, a manger His throne, Jesus came, God's love brightly shown. Not a demand for fealty, but a tender call, Affection revealed, embracing all. Grace wrapped in swaddling, a gift divine, A Savior's love in every design. Allegiance sought through compassionate gaze, In manger's embrace, eternal love stays. December 17, 2023 Created by MarkWaldrop
I can't imagine Christmas in Heaven The size of that Christmas tree The Ornaments sparkle, and the lights are the stars that we see Jesus is Santa to all the kids gathered around Magnificent presents under the tree abound Every Child receives the perfect gift beyond their dreams The gift of Mercy and Love is the most popular, it seems Angelic Christmas Carols being sung in the glistening snow I hear O’little Town of Bethelem. I see their faces glow No hustle and bustle at Christmas there Majestic Golden Bells ring clear in the air Christmas in Heaven lasts for an eternity Thank You, God, for the hope of certainty December 11, 2023 MarkWaldrop
As time marches on, everything comes to an end Things that seem eternal here soon transcend The legend of Santa Clause and the love He brings Moves into another realm where we hear children sing His suit of Scarlet Red is now a suit of Pure Gold For the Much Love he has given, he now holds The fat Jolly Man in his red suit will remain in the hearts of children Circling the earth, delivering Christmas Presents by the trillion When time shall be no more and earth is complete Santa and His Sleigh will fly through eternity delivering Presents of Love to The Little Children's feet November 14, 2023 MarkWaldrop
In December's hush, a gentle plea, Remember, it's Christmas, let it be. Not just an 'X,' a symbol cold, But a season of warmth, stories untold. With carols that echo through snowy nights, Embrace the joy, festive lights. In every greeting, let the meaning flow, This December, let true Christmas glow. December 4, 2023 Created by MarkWaldrop