Category Archives: Strength

Immutability

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Never changing this attribute of God
His truth is a golden measuring rod

Not understanding how God never changes
His Great Mercy and Love cover all the ages

Out of the dimension of my simple mind
It is only through His Son, Jesus, the answer I will find 

His Spirit, whose Wisdom, Power, Holiness, Justice, Goodness, and Truth are infinite, eternal, and unchangeable 

I can only bow my head and thank God through all Eternal Ages. He is unmovable

January 10, 2023
Mark Waldrop
Inspired by 
Stephen Lawson

Malachi 3:6 — The New International Version (NIV)
6 “I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed.

Neanderthal Man

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Our lineage is difficult to trace to where we are
No records exist beyond the rays of a star

Their dress was skins of many animals
Folklore says some may have been cannibals

Their Gods were Sun's rays by day and the glow of the Moon by night
Not being accustomed to the terms Holy or right

Chiseling their shelter high in the cliffs of mountains
Always in search of overflowing fountains

Gorging their stomachs with the food of animals  that wandered by
Nature kept them alive. They did not know the word die

The only pleasurable feeling they had was the warmth of their skin
The warm rains, the golden rays of the sun beaming in

They had little emotion for life. Only relying on their existence 
They had no conception of time or distance. 

They knew a strange feeling we call love
They felt it flow from the mountains above 

Their sighs and groans from deep within
They only knew the pleasure derived from their skin

If it weren't for our ancestors
there would be no you and me
It's not by luck we find ourselves evolving through eternity 

January 9, 2023
Mark Waldrop

Time slips away

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Isn't it funny how time slips away
Early on, interested in fun things every day

The most significant event in my life was Christmas
Pressing my ear on the frosty window pane only to listen

I would always fall asleep waiting for Rudolph and Santa 
Being tucked snugly in by my bed, by my Nanna 

The adolescent years brought many temptations 
Getting into mischief once t thought I saw satin

Reaching young adulthood, deciding to further my education 
Hard labor seemed to me like total devastation

I Squandered my money on girls and cars
Everywhere I looked I only saw colorful stars

The time came to hunker down. I was the King and wore a crown
Suddenly I was no more a King raising a family and trying not to drown

Money is the only thing on my mind
Most of the time, I was not very kind

Living from vacation to vacation
With not enough time 
Seemingly not getting ahead by not even a dime 

The older I became, the more life’s toll 
Took hold of me
It made me ask if there is more than this to see

My father died. My mother not far behind
Was my successful life only in my mind

Taking time to ponder on my life, I began to cry
Will someone please show me before I die

Not sure why there was such an incredible change
Everything was brighter; nothing looked the same

Having joy in my heart, looking forward to every minute of the day
My family said, Dad, what happened? You are much happier today. 

I did not have an honest answer until I heard God sent His son
To walk with me until my earthly race is won

I bow my head and thank Him every day
For not giving up on me and showing me the way

January 7, 2023
Mark Waldrop

On the Road

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If you choose to turn on the road to a new life
Don't be surprised by some pitfalls and strife

At birth, I was created somewhat equal
As time passed by, my life became a sequel

Choosing to whip my ole body into shape
Pains and roadblocks I could not escape 

Many choices of eating patterns and qualified coaches 
The most important is my desire as the goal approaches

It's funny looking back how time slips away
My weight will follow the same path if I focus and pray

January 6, 2023
Mark Waldrop
Inspired by my friend
Jim Hollis

Prayer

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Anything is possible through prayer with Jesus by my side
Finding faith coming to life when to God I cried

How does one have this faith, you might ask?
I am praying to God to reveal my daily tasks.

Asking for Wisdom, Knowledge, and Understanding 
He will give to all, our soul ever-expanding 

Believing in His will is what you ask for, I must say
He will answer your prayers and draw you closer to Him every day 

This gift from God we can never explain 
Only bowing out heads and thanking Him again and again

January 6, 2023
Mark Waldrop







					

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Crimson Red

			
						

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Crimson Red, the color of the blood flowing from my Savior's side.
His mother, in her broken heart, could feel her son had died.

As she wept, asking God why did this happen today? 
God whispered to Mary, He has not gone away.

She did not understand when the Angel first brought the news.
She only knew putting her Faith in God, she would choose.

Her son would not only return again
He could live in the soul of all men.

Mary in faith, taking God at His Word, Truly believing in her heart, all she had heard.

The piece that passeth all understanding calmed her fears.
The news of His resurrection wiped away her anguished tears.

God's plan unfolding, revealing the justification for her Sons birth
Mary bowed her head, thanking God for His Great Worth.

January 5, 2023
Mark Waldrop






					

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
Migration

			
						

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Migration is movement from one place to another to make a new home
As I roam from place to place, I feel the calling of home

Not sure where it is or where I will be
I know in my heart my new home is waiting for me

Roaming through green pastures
Clawing my way through briars 
I can only follow the path my heart and soul desires

When I break through the dense forest, what do I see
I fall to my knees and thank God for the Mansion He has made for me

January 5, 2023
Mark Waldrop






					

		
		
	


				
					
	

		

						
He Called

			
						

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When Jesus called the Disciples, they weren't reading the scripture or learning more about Him. 
They were going about their business. Their future seemed relatively dim. 

When they heard The Masters Voice, follow me. 
In an instant, their life changed. They received a glimpse of Eternity. 

Becoming close enough to Jesus to hear his call to me 
I put everything aside and bowed my head, exclaiming now I see

Take my hand and show me the way. 
My life turned upside down that Glorious Day. 

No matter where I go or what I say 
my soul is content in every way

When he touched me, there was no other choice except He leads the way
Daily surrendering my all to show His
Love again and again every day. 

January 4, 2023
Mark Waldrop

Matthew Chapter 10
Inspired by Pastor Rex L Green KE0VCR
From the parsonage at the Edmonson Baptist Church
Ambassadors for Christ Net 7280 Mhz

God has not called me to be a Great Religious Leader nor a Great Orator 
God has called me to do the best I can with what I have for Him each and every day 
Mark Waldrop