The Crowded Room

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Our hearts are filled with worldly things,
With fleeting dreams and golden rings.
We chase the rush, the praise, the prize,
While Jesus waits with longing eyes.

We build our kingdoms, stack them high,
But still feel empty, wonder why.
We leave Him just a corner space,
A fleeting thought, a hurried grace.

Yet He who formed the earth and sky,
Still knocks upon the door nearby.
He asks for more than what’s left over —
He wants a heart that loves, wide open.

So clear the clutter, tear down the wall,
Make room for Christ — give Him it all.
For only when He fills the place,
Will peace move in, and love take space.

No treasure found, no fleeting thing,
Can match the joy that Christ will bring.
So empty out this crowded room,
And let His presence fully bloom.  


Mat 6:21  For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 


For His Glory
MarkWaldrop

“We cram into our hearts so much stuff that there is no room left for Christ.”
A. W. Tozer

March 4

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Luke 8:45-46
And Jesus said, “Who was it that touched me?” When all denied it, Peter said, “Master, the crowds surround you and are pressing in on you!” But Jesus said, “Someone touched me, for I perceive that power has gone out from me.”

Devotional Thought:

In this passage from the Gospel of Luke, we see a moment where Jesus, surrounded by a pressing crowd, asks a seemingly simple question: "Who touched me?" To the disciples, especially Peter, the question might have seemed unnecessary or even confusing. After all, many people were pressing against Jesus in that crowd. How could He distinguish one touch among so many?

Yet, Jesus knew. He wasn't merely aware of a physical touch but of a deep, desperate act of faith. A woman, suffering for years, reached out in her pain, believing that just a touch of Jesus' garment would heal her. And it did. Jesus felt the power flow from Him, not because He was unaware of what had happened, but because He wanted to acknowledge the faith that had drawn that power.

This story reminds us that God knows everything about us, even the smallest acts of faith we might think go unnoticed. When we reach out to Him in our need, our Father knows. He discerns our cries amidst the noise of the world, understanding the depth of our heartache, the sincerity of our faith, and the purity of our trust in Him.

Just like the woman in the crowd, we may feel overlooked or insignificant at times. We may think our prayers or actions are too small to matter. But remember this: God knows. He sees. He responds. Our Father knows best, and He is attentive to the cries of His children, no matter how small or hidden they may seem.

Reflection:

- Are there areas in your life where you feel overlooked or unheard? 
- How can you remind yourself today that God is attentive to even your smallest acts of faith?
- Take a moment to thank God for His deep knowledge of you and His faithfulness to respond.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for knowing me so intimately and for caring about even the smallest details of my life. Help me to reach out to You in faith, trusting that You are always aware and always working for my good. Strengthen my belief that You know best, even when I cannot see or understand. In Jesus' name, Amen.

The Invitation

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     The Invitation

All are called, but few reply,
So many tasks before I die.
There’s always time — or so I say,
I’ll think of you another day.

After all, I cannot see
The One who whispers, “Come to me.”
My hands are full with things I see —
My world, my plans, my vanity.

But someday, maybe, when I’m free,
I’ll pause and finally turn to Thee.
Yet time moves fast, the door may close —
Will I respond before life goes?

“For many are called, but few are chosen.”
— Matthew 22:14

For His Glory
MarkWaldrop

Tears That Wash Away

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It is said tears wash grief away,
The Creator planned it just that way.
Soft rain that falls from sorrowed eyes,
A gift from heaven to cleanse the skies.

Each tear that slips down trembling face,
Carries pain, yet leaves a trace—
Of love once held, now memory’s flame,
A gentle whisper of their name.

It teaches hearts to understand,
The ache that dwells in fellow man.
That we might kneel beside their pain,
And cry with them through storm and rain.

For shared tears hold a healing grace,
Like rivers flowing to embrace.
Grief divides, but tears unite—
In darkest hour, they bring the light.

So let them fall, both yours and mine,
In tears, God’s mercy intertwines.
And hand in hand, through night and day,
We’ll help each other wash grief away

Rom 12:15  Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 

 For His Glory
Mark Waldrop

March 3

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Colossians 3:13
"Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive."

Reflection:
Forgiveness is one of the most challenging yet essential aspects of our Christian walk. In Colossians 3:13, Paul exhorts us to bear with one another and to forgive just as the Lord has forgiven us. This is not a mere suggestion, but a command rooted in the profound grace we have received from God.

We live in a world where offenses are inevitable. People will wrong us, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Holding onto these hurts can lead to bitterness, resentment, and a hardened heart. But our Heavenly Father knows that forgiveness is the key to true freedom and healing.

The standard for our forgiveness is not based on human fairness but on divine grace. Jesus forgave us completely and unconditionally, even though we were undeserving. He bore our sins on the cross, offering us forgiveness that we could never earn. In light of this incredible gift, we are called to extend the same grace to others.

Forgiving others doesn't mean excusing their behavior or denying the pain they've caused. It means releasing the hold that unforgiveness has on our hearts and entrusting the situation to God. It means choosing to love and show mercy, just as God has loved and shown mercy to us.

When we forgive, we reflect the heart of our Father, who desires reconciliation and peace among His children. By bearing with one another and offering forgiveness, we create an environment where God's love can flourish, and relationships can be restored.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I thank You for the incredible forgiveness You have extended to me through Jesus Christ. Help me to forgive others as You have forgiven me. Teach me to bear with others in love, and to release any bitterness or resentment that I may be holding onto. May Your grace flow through me, bringing healing and restoration to my relationships. Amen.

Thought for the Day:
Forgiveness is not about what others deserve; it’s about reflecting the grace that God has freely given to you. Trust in your Heavenly Father’s wisdom—He knows that forgiving others is best for your heart and soul.

Faith in Action

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If I do nothing, nothing is done,
No race is started, no prize is won.
God watches over, His eyes so clear,
But He placed my hands and feet down here.

He gave me breath, He gave me days,
A heart to work, a voice to praise.
He expects me to rise, to stand, to go,
To plant the seeds and help them grow.

Faith is trust, but faith must move,
In every step, His love will prove.
For prayers alone won’t build the wall —
He strengthens hands that answer the call.

So I will work, and I will pray,
Trusting Him to guide my way.
He walks beside, He leads ahead,
But I must rise from this old bed.

If I do nothing, nothing is done,
But with my Father, I’ll outrun the sun.
Together, we will walk this land —
My life, my work, all in His hand.

For His Honor
MarkWaldrop

March 2

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop 

Scripture:
Colossians 3:13
"Bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive."

Reflection:
Forgiveness is one of the most challenging yet essential aspects of our Christian walk. In Colossians 3:13, Paul exhorts us to bear with one another and to forgive just as the Lord has forgiven us. This is not a mere suggestion, but a command rooted in the profound grace we have received from God.

We live in a world where offenses are inevitable. People will wrong us, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Holding onto these hurts can lead to bitterness, resentment, and a hardened heart. But our Heavenly Father knows that forgiveness is the key to true freedom and healing.

The standard for our forgiveness is not based on human fairness but on divine grace. Jesus forgave us completely and unconditionally, even though we were undeserving. He bore our sins on the cross, offering us forgiveness that we could never earn. In light of this incredible gift, we are called to extend the same grace to others.

Forgiving others doesn't mean excusing their behavior or denying the pain they've caused. It means releasing the hold that unforgiveness has on our hearts and entrusting the situation to God. It means choosing to love and show mercy, just as God has loved and shown mercy to us.

When we forgive, we reflect the heart of our Father, who desires reconciliation and peace among His children. By bearing with one another and offering forgiveness, we create an environment where God's love can flourish, and relationships can be restored.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I thank You for the incredible forgiveness You have extended to me through Jesus Christ. Help me to forgive others as You have forgiven me. Teach me to bear with others in love, and to release any bitterness or resentment that I may be holding onto. May Your grace flow through me, bringing healing and restoration to my relationships. Amen.

Thought for the Day:
Forgiveness is not about what others deserve; it’s about reflecting the grace that God has freely given to you. Trust in your Heavenly Father’s wisdom—He knows that forgiving others is best for your heart and soul.

On The Road Again

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I can’t wait to get on the road again,
To see the smiles of my dear friends.
Through miles and time, our hearts stay near,
Their voices like music I long to hear.

No treasure shines, no gold compares,
To the love a faithful friendship shares.
For friends are gifts — pure, tried, and true,
A glimpse of heaven in all we do.

So I’ll pack my bags, my heart so light,
Chasing laughter into the night.
For wealth may fade and fame will end 
But priceless is the heart of a friend.

For His Glory
MarkWaldrop

The Homecoming

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My family waiting on the front porch of Heaven, arms open wide, calling to me,
Straining to see if the next soul coming down the road might be kin they’ve longed to see.

It seems like forever since we last embraced, hearts yearning across time’s divide,
But now Heaven’s light softens the distance, and love beckons me inside.

We’ll sit and laugh, caught up in stories only family knows how to tell,
Each memory a treasure, each word making our hearts swell.

What a glorious homecoming that will be — joy running wild and free,
When family and friends gather at last, in God’s eternal love we’ll see.

No more goodbyes, no more tears, only light and perfect peace,
A home where love endures, and every longing finds release.

So I’ll walk that road, my heart set on home, my faith steady and strong,
For the front porch of Heaven is waiting — and I’ve been expected all along.

For His Glory
MarkWaldrop

March 1

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Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Hebrews 4:12-13
"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. And no creature is hidden from his sight, but all are naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must give account."

Reflection:
The Word of God is not just ink on a page; it is a living and active force, full of power and authority. It has the ability to penetrate the deepest parts of our being, revealing our innermost thoughts and intentions. There is nothing superficial about God's Word—it cuts through pretense and lays bare the truth within us.

This passage from Hebrews serves as a powerful reminder that nothing about us is hidden from God. Every thought, every motive, every action is known to Him. We are fully exposed before His all-seeing eyes, and one day, we will give an account for how we have lived our lives.

At first, this might seem intimidating, even frightening, but it is also a tremendous blessing. God's Word does not expose us to condemn us, but to heal and transform us. When we allow it to penetrate our hearts, it guides us toward truth and righteousness, helping us to align our lives with His will. It convicts us of sin, yes, but it also leads us to repentance and renewal.

God's intimate knowledge of us is a testament to His deep love and care. He desires for us to be fully known and fully loved, and His Word is the means by which He shapes us into the people He created us to be. As we engage with Scripture, let us be open to its penetrating power, allowing it to reveal and refine us.

Prayer:
Lord, I thank You for Your Word, which is living and active. I invite You to search my heart and reveal anything that is not pleasing to You. Help me to respond to Your correction with humility and a desire to grow. Let Your Word shape my thoughts, intentions, and actions, so that I may live in a way that honors You. Amen.

Thought for the Day:
God’s Word is a mirror that reflects the true condition of our hearts. Embrace it with openness, allowing it to reveal, correct, and transform you—because our Father always knows what is best for us.