Prayer, not politics I heard the Speaker of the House say
It’s been too long coming waiting day after day
All the mass confusion and turmoil will this lessen or go away
If we fervently turn toward God and earnestly begin to Pray
There is only one way to discover if it will make our sadness leave
Putting into practice what we preach and pray we will less grieve
Pray for Godly men and women desiring to serve our country for you and me
Through such Godly men and women, Our Country will surely remain Free
October 27, 2023
MarkWaldrop
There are many sounds of Freedom ringing in my ears today
The thunderous sounds of jet engines as they fly away
The sounds of peace calm my fears
Sounds are welcome music to my ears
Sounds of Heavenly Music that enter my soul
Hearing the Golden Bells of Heaven as they toll
All of these wondrous sounds set me free
Knowing that God's Love forever lives in me
October 21, 2023
MarkWaldrop
The time is coming when no one will be found
To be the Great President of our great land
Each party scrutinizes the other
Only finding fault with one another
When will this end? One must say
It seems the future is not far away
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In the sky, a squadron strong and bold,
A hundred F-35s, gleaming gold.
Yet one dared wander far astray,
From the ninety-nine, it chose to stray.
But the military, with hearts so true,
Left the ninety-nine, their mission in view.
They searched the skies and land so wide,
For the one that chose to leave their side.
And when they found it, a lonely sight,
Their F-35 returning, late in the night
For in that moment, they came to see,
The one that was lost was meant to be
So, like the parable's lesson profound,
In unity and care, strength is found.
For the one that wandered, they cherished more,
In the skies of unity, they'd forever soar.
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911 a horrific day I will never forget
Thousands that day their Maker they met
Everyone was doing just what they were supposed to do
Then tragedy struck terror in the hearts of me, and you
Nowhere to turn, my heart did burn
Turning to TV, seeing what I could learn
Taking a deep breath and bowing my head
Dear God, bless the families of the fateful dead
My memories fly back to that disastrous day
Causing me to pause, bow my head and pray
September 11, 2023
MarkWaldrop
All gave some Some gave all
No one can have a greater call
Whether for my country family or friends
There is no greater love that God can send
John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.
June 30, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In the land where courage flowed like rivers,
Amidst the battles fought and scars that shiver,
Stood the warriors of Vietnam's strife,
Their spirits were tested, their souls for life.
Time was served, their duty fulfilled,
In jungles deep, where hope was instilled,
With every step through a treacherous land,
They marched with valor, united they stand.
Through darkened nights and thunderous roars,
They pressed on, as brothers, amidst war's scores,
The echoes of gunfire, the cries of pain,
Yet in their hearts, the flame remained.
Now is the time, to honor their plight,
To embrace their stories, bathed in the light,
For their sacrifice and unwavering will,
Deserves our gratitude, forever still.
Let us remember their unwavering might,
In fields of battle, where darkness took flight,
For in their hearts, the flame did burn,
With bravery and honor, they did yearn.
They returned home, some broken and scarred,
But their spirit endured, never to discard,
Their sacrifice echoes through the years,
A testament to strength, amidst the tears.
So let the banners rise, with pride unfurled,
In reverence for the heroes of the world,
Vietnam veterans, their time has come,
To be acknowledged, their valor won.
For in their eyes, we see the truth,
The cost of freedom, the eternal youth,
In every heartbeat, their memories thrive,
A debt we owe, as long as we're alive.
Time was served, Vietnam veterans,
Now is the time, to honor again,
With gratitude and respect, we pay,
To those who fought, on that fateful day.
June 14, 2023
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From the hearts of men, God carries out his plan
Knowing this very day since time began
From the desires of the heart spring the action in our plan
Caring out God’s desire for every creature in His plan
February 14, 2023
Mark Waldrop
We, the People, assemble at Christmas.
Setting our differences aside.
We calm our spirits from the bustling world, removing our haughty Pride.
Peace arriving at this mystical time of year
brings much Love and Joy with great cheer.
Taking a moment to bow our heads, asking for Peace on Earth and Good Will toward men.
Knowing beyond all Hope, this Love will be fulfilled over and over again.
December 12, 2022
Mark Waldrop
The dark clouds of Vietnam loom over our bowed heads today.
Those who served and died so that we might have freedom, I pray.
Those that lay down their life for another, their sacrifice we can not understand.
No man can have greater love than to lay down his life for his fellow man.
Many were criticized for serving their country and doing what they were told.
Death crosses party lines, caring not about the politics of old.
November 10, 2022
Mark Waldrop
