We can plant the seed; only God can make it grow
It has to be watered and nourished for it's beauty to show
We are the planter, and God is the reaper
From birth to death, I am my brother's keeper
Many things are not understood on this earth, you know
Understanding will come after seeing His Heavenly Glow
Thank you, God, for not giving up on me
Giving me the patience for Your Mercy to see
After meeting Your Son Jesus on this lonely road of life
My soul was Baptised in Your Love Mercy and Eternal Life.
May 21, 2023
MarkWaldrop
May every day be Sunny as you travel your life through
May every day be pleasant in whatever you do
A sunny attitude lifts you above the dark of a cloudy day
Giving you a different perspective in almost every way
Having a sunny attitude in whatever you do
Will let the light of Jesus come shining through you
May 21, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In the vineyard of life, a sacred bond we find,
Where the Divine is the vine, and we are branches entwined.
In the words of old, a truth divine unfolds,
For in unity we flourish, as destiny enfolds.
"I am the vine," He whispers, with tender grace,
And we, the branches, seek solace in His embrace.
In this mystical union, we discover our worth,
For rooted in His love, we bear fruits of rebirth.
If we remain in Him, in steadfast devotion,
His life flows through us, a celestial potion.
With every breath, we draw from His endless supply,
Nurtured by His essence, we'll never run dry.
Bound by His presence, we blossom and grow,
Through seasons of joy or moments of woe.
For apart from Him, we're but withered and frail,
In His abiding love, our spirits prevail.
Through trials and challenges, we find our strength,
Sustained by the vine, we go to any length.
In unity, we discover purpose and might,
Transformed by His spirit, we shine in His light.
Let not the world seduce, with its transient charms,
For true fulfillment lies in His welcoming arms.
In communion with Him, we find our true identity,
Nourished by His truth, we thrive with vitality.
So let us abide, in this divine connection,
Immersed in His love, with unwavering affection.
For as the branches, we're called to bear fruit,
Manifesting His love, our purpose absolute.
In the vineyard of life, intertwined and true,
We surrender to Him, as He calls us to do.
For in the embrace of the vine, we're forever free,
Bearing much fruit, bound for eternity.
Joh 15:5 "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.
May 20, 2023
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If I listen, don't talk; that seems the most appropriate way
I can learn so much more every day
Listening to a person encourages and builds them up
Talking too much will disinterest them and empty my cup
Whatever I do if I show Love in my talk
It will bring me closer to God through my walk
Thank you, God, for the Holy Spirit that came in with Jesus that day
Guiding me through my journey through life all along the way
May 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Spanning the bridge of time
God's Love and Grace are forever mine
From the time I was born till the time I draw my last breath
God has been with me and will walk with me through death
My body will die and go back to this green earth
My soul will continue to live through His Great Worth.
May 18, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In the realm where words paint pictures,
Where verses dance on pages anew
Let me weave a tapestry of wisdom,
With Scriptures guiding me through.
As the dawn of day illuminates the sky,
A call resounds within, echoing divine,
"For as long as light graces our path,
Let us fulfill the works, sublime."
From John's sacred ink, these words unfold,
Jesus' mission, sent from realms above,
In the hours of day, our purpose
unfolds,
To spread love's message, embrace His love.
The night draws near, casting shadows deep,
A reminder of life's fleeting state,
But fear not, for a harvest awaits,
When seeds sown in goodness shall resonate.
In Galatians, a gentle plea we find,
To not grow weary in doing what's right,
For perseverance yields a fruitful gain,
When faith remains steadfast, day and night.
Let not weariness extinguish the flame,
That burns within, igniting our core,
For every act of kindness, great or small,
Shall bear fruit, abundant forevermore.
So let us embrace the morning's light,
With hearts aflame, ready to serve,
And in the twilight hours, still persevere,
Knowing our efforts, God shall preserve.
For the works we do, in His holy name,
Carry the essence of eternal worth,
So let us stand strong, unwaveringly,
In the moments we sow goodness on this Earth.
With John 9:4 and Galatians 6:9 as our guide,
We'll navigate the days, with purpose and grace,
And when night falls upon our earthly toil,
Our legacy of love shall illuminate every space
May 18, 2023
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Consuming food is required to sustain life
The concept of healthy food brings less strife
Love the food you eat
Don't lust after it
Love an extraordinary blessing from God
Lust will deliver the old chasting rod
Eat slowly and taste the blessing
Swallowing like a dog, you will never know the taste your missing
Taming the mind will calm the soul
Followed by making the body whole
Closely walking with Jesus in your life,
He will lessen your cravings and strife
Never give up on accomplishing what's best for you
Just bow your head, thanking God for sending Jesus to see you through
May 15, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Doug Ricafrente
A man so kind
In memory of a man so kind,
Whose heart for God did truly shine,
Our church holds a tournament each year,
To honor Douglas, always held dear.
Fishing is the game we play,
Teams of two, to cast away,
From boat or shore, it matters not,
For all are welcome, every spot.
On May the 21st, after church,
We'll gather 'round, our bellies to fill and search,
For tasty fish, freshly fried,
And trophies, to celebrate with pride.
Douglas Ricafrente, gentleman true,
With love for God, his heart imbued,
May this tournament forever stand,
In memory of a gracious man.
May 15, 2023
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All my sins were cast away one day
When God’s Son Jesus came in to stay
It’s way beyond my understanding
How the Glory of God's Love keeps expanding
It’s not for me to know when or why
The reason for God’s touch before I die
God is Love, the Good Book says
That’s what Jesus' sacrifice is
Giving His All for you and me
It is so unbelievable I can’t see
I bow my head and can only say
Thank You, God, for sending your Son to me today
May 14, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In memory of Doug Ricafrente,
A champion weightlifter, now heaven-sent,
Berkeley Baptist's faithful servant, he became,
In Christ's love, he found a new flame.
And now, each year, we gather to fish,
In the Ironman Classic, we make our wish
To honor his legacy and the joy he gave,
As we cast our lines upon the waves.
The thrill of the catch, the tug on the line,
It reminds us of Doug's strength and spine,
Of his determination to reach the top,
And his love for Christ never did stop.
As we fish, we remember his story,
Of how he found hope, grace, and glory,
And we celebrate his life, his faith, his heart,
That continues to inspire us from the start.
So, let's cast our lines and remember,
Doug's legacy will always render,
A champion of Christ, a man of love,
In the Ironman Classic, he soars above.
Mat 4:19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.
MarkWaldrop
Doug's hands were kind hands doing good to all, witnessing about His Savior that they may never fall. Doug's hands were kind hands doing good for all.
