What is a miracle? Is it really from God? Maybe something I must start before being planted in the sod. People see Miracles in different ways. Some think it has to be Grand overlooking the small. Me, I try to look for them all. If it’s from God large or small we should pay attention lest we fall. My definition may be a little lax. With this outlook, it’s much easier to relax. June 5, 2023 MarkWaldrop
I long for the winds of yesteryear that warmed my heart by the Charleston Shore The warmth of the sea blowing over me I will remember for evermore Things were much sweeter then and quieter all around If only I could feel those winds blow again what a beautiful sound What a miracle I discovered today Those winds are all around In my memories, I can feel the warmth and hear the calming sound Thank You, God, for my memories that last for evermore Feeling the winds of Your Love on that Ole Majestic Charleston Shore June 4, 2023 MarkWaldrop
Life resembles the hands of a clock Two move slowly and one fast with every tick tock When I am young the hour hand moves so slowly Thinking I'm so perfect and Holy Middle age arrives the minute hand is moving faster now I think I know and can explain everything somehow My Golden Years have arrived I am speeding toward the finish line Please, God, slow me down, more time I need, that the Crown will be mine June 3, 2023 MarkWaldrop
In the light of grace, I find my way, A heart ablaze, where doubts decay. Justified and free, in Jesus I stay, My sins, once heavy, washed away. With humble steps, I tread this path, Where shadows flee and darkness hath no wrath. For in His love, my soul finds solace, A sanctuary where fears are banished with no malice I was lost, burdened by my transgressions, But His mercy embraced me with divine expressions. Every stain, every scar, all forgiven, all erased, By His sacrifice, His love, I am embraced In the depths of my being, I feel the truth, His redemption, a melody that soothes. No longer bound by guilt's heavy chains, I dance in freedom, where joy remains. Though my sins were many, now they're gone, Like a morning mist, swiftly withdrawn. For in Jesus, I'm justified and set free, His grace and mercy, a balm to me. Today, I rejoice, my spirit renewed, In the loving arms of the One who pursued. His light guides me through life's endless maze, I'm justified, I'm happy in Jesus today. June 2, 2023 Compiled by MarkWaldrop
Doubt and Fear are birthed from sin Both fading away when Love enters in With no Love we fear and doubt everything This condition will bring a fierce sting To be happy and sing along the way I bow my head praying for Love everyday June 3, 2023 MarkWaldrop
The tongue only reveals the truth of the spirit Control your spirit and others will surely hear it Trying to control the tongue without controlling the spirit Will leave the tongue wagging with no merit June 2, 2023 MarkWaldrop
I hold Heaven and all its Glory in my right hand I hold hell and all of its misery in my left hand My tongue is in the middle exclaiming the desires of my heart If I don't bridle it my soul will be split apart My choice you see Good or evil There's no hiding my inner zeal My thoughts exploding in my tongue will reveal June 2, 2023 MarkWaldrop
In the realm of words, where truth resides, The tongue's fierce power, it oft confides. A vessel of thoughts, it boldly reveals, The secrets are hidden in the heart's appeals. Yet, the tongue alone, cannot bear the weight, Of a spirit untamed, in a tumultuous state. For words may flow, with no guiding light, And truth turns murky, in the absence of sight. To control the tongue, we must first attend, To the depths within, where spirits ascend. For a tongue unbridled, will wag and deceive, With empty chatter, no substance to retrieve. The spirit, a flame, that yearns to ignite, With virtues and grace, it takes flight. Harness its power, with wisdom's embrace, And the tongue shall follow, in a measured pace. For a controlled spirit, others will perceive, In words of truth, they shall truly believe. Through the harmony of the soul, the tongue finds worth, A reflection of spirit revealed in its birth. So, seek not only to tame the tongue's sway, But the spirit within is in humble display. For when the spirit's reign is firm and just, The tongue shall speak with integrity, we trust. June 2, 2023 Compiled by MarkWaldrop
In moments of fear, my heart finds solace, For I put my trust in the One divine. To God, whose word I sing and praise, In Him, I find courage and fears decline. No longer am I bound by mortal strife, For in God's embrace, my worries flee. What can mere mortals do to threaten my life, When His love surrounds and sets me free? Though shadows loom and darkness may come, My faith remains steadfast, unwavering strong. For in the arms of God, I am overcome, With a peace that prevails, a melody's song. So let fear be silenced, my spirit uplifted, As I place my trust in the One who is true. In God, I find refuge, my fears are shifted, For what can mere mortals ever do? With the Psalmist's words etched deep in my soul, I stand unafraid, with courage imbued. In God's unwavering love, I am made whole, For His power and grace will see me through Psa 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. Psa 56:4 In God, whose word I praise— in God, I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? June 1, 2023 Compiled by MarkWaldrop
Praise God Praise God in every way every day That you may find fulfillment in your work and play God’s Creation Praises Him continually Leaves waving in the wind Birds chirping to no end Clouds shifting in the sky the Sun by day the Moon by night Praising Him with their Heavenly Light God is greater than the beginning or the end of time After serving here on earth continually Praising Him where there is no time May 31, 2023 MarkWaldrop