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Searching By By Brenda Drake

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Truly all I ever searched for is found in the knowledge, and in my decision to follow Jesus. I am now searching the vast wonders of the love of God.   

Searching

Men gather riches in their search for peace,
They explore in many places for wisdom to increase.
They walk many miles making their way in life;
But what they need to search for, is the way of Christ.
Searching for purpose in a world with no lasting future for them;
Searching for the comfort of a lasting friend;
Searching for truth …the meaning of life;
There is constant search for what is wrong and right;
And what does or does not belong;
Searching for the ability to remain young, healthy and strong.
I have good news to tell those that are in the search still;
There is one name that will the whole search fulfill.
Jesus…He is the truth, life and the way.
He is the Prince of peace and your friend to stay.
He is the most strong that all things can do.
He, by His work on the cross-made the way for you.
He is what the soul searches for.
He is King of kings and Lord of lords.
Jesus gives new purpose and is the provision for all your needs.
He the future that shines bright and He is the one that leads.
Jesus is the answer to every need or question within.
He is the One that died and lives and soon comes again.
Man’s search is over when he comes to the cross;
He then will be a light to help assist in the search of the lost.
Eternity ahead shines like diamonds on the streets of gold;
 A forever place where the riches of Christ unfold.
Where youth and vitality remain, for of Christ you are a part;
One forever, in loves light, standing heart to heart.

Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Matthew 7:7

Be Encouraged By the Word By Brenda Drake

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Jesus is the Word of God.  When we get our eyes and heart on Him how could we not be encouraged in whatever situation we find ourselves in.

Be Encouraged By the Word

Downcast eyes with heart heavy or sad?
Are your thoughts unhappy?  Have you lost the joy you had?
Is hope is hiding, playing games with your mind?
You need to concentrate on God’s Word and with it realign.
Your future dreams have become lost in the fog of today.
Like on the wings of the wind they have flown away.
What sort of God is it you serve?
Do you not believe His Word?
Pick up your cross and follow after God’s Son.
Know His will in your life will be done.
Lift eyes in confidence, watch for the sign as small cloud in the sky;
That shows God’s answer is close by.
Renew your faith…read God’s Word.
Remember the encouraging words that you have heard.
Your future is brighter than you can see today.
It is much more productive in every way.
Walk in Jesus’ steps… thank Him for what He’s already done.
Thank Him with confidence at the good that is yet to come.

The law of his God is in his heart;
none of his steps shall slide.
Psalms 37:31

And it came to pass at the seventh time, that he said, Behold, there ariseth a little cloud out of the sea, like a man’s hand. And he said, Go up, say unto Ahab, Prepare thy chariot, and get thee down, that the rain stop thee not.
1 King 18:44

Make a Splash By Brenda Drake

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September 22 page in my daily devotion book God’s Whispers to the Heart available on Amazon.

Whisper: Make a difference, take a stand for good.

1 Peter 4:10 -11
As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever.

Colossians 4:5 
Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.

Make a Splash

Stir the waters make a splash.
In the dark seas of the world let others know where you are at.
Speak out against sin,
Use your words to glorify God again.
In this place of liberty harsh winds may still blow,
But in the storm remember the One who is in control.
Exercise the freedom of speech while you can.
Redeem the time; for God’s principals stand.
There is a time to be peaceful; to go with the flow;
This is the time to speak against the evil that threatens your soul.
Be bold in the authority and in the strength of Christ.
Make a difference in the surroundings of your life.
Make a difference; make a stand for good right where you are at.
Stir up the waters in your world make a splash!

I will boldly stand and say I am a follower of Christ; I believe and adhere to the Word of God.

Stand in the Gap By Brenda Drake

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Your prayers, and your faith can stand in the gap.
You can use your faith to help another their burden pack;
The brother or sister that is in great need,
Has perhaps  hope that they will receive.
But in their weakness they are unable to stand alone.
You can be the one that can help them find their way home.
Faith moves mountains even far across the sea,
For there is no distance in prayer if in faith you believe.
Exercise your faith speak the Word to foe or friend,
It is a gift of faith sent by love to them.
Stand in the gap reach out to assist and you will see,
That faith has made a stand and will also stand in the gap for thee.

James 5:16
Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Romans 8:34
Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.

Heart Talks by Brenda Drake

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There is nothing as special as the holy, personal, heart connection between God and a grateful, repented, thankful sinner’s heart; that is saved from eternal damnation.  Sweet songs of peace, joy, worship are delivered to and through His redeemed.

Heart Talks

Expressions of deep water overflows,
To reveal precious nuggets of the soul.
Sweet sounds of yearning, burning desires,
Are brought to and from God’s loving fires.
Dig deep into the hidden places find,
The sacred sacrifice, at the appointed time.
Heart-talk speaks in different ways and dialects,
To intended listeners selected best.
Love is the language all understand,
It is felt more than heard in all lands.
Expressions, impressions, and confessions all the same;
Are personally conveyed messages the heart proclaims.
Come rest at the feet of the One you adore,
Heart to heart; in touch with the Living Lord.
At worship, in work, in play, and at rest,
Whole, happy, and free; as His you are blessed.
In trouble or trial, in sickness and pain,
Heart-talk with the Master breaks heavy chains.
Jesus is the Word of God and He speaks clear,
Come closer; with hearts together, the world love’s language hears

Proverbs 23:26
My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes observe my ways.

Follow Me By Brenda Drake

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John 12:26
If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour.

I follow hard after my Lord, trying always to watch for the tell-tale signs of traveling the wide highways of the world.  If I get too comfortable and overly concerned with my own agenda, I know I need to re-evaluate my life.  The Word of God is my roadmap, and the light that shows the footsteps of the One I serve.

Follow Me

Follow me, says the Father in the footsteps of the Son;
As you flow in the Spirit we get the good work done.
Be as trusting as a child as you obey,
Fully confident you will on the right path stay.
With faith and trust in the One you adore,
Wearing the armor supplied by the Lord,
The way is cleared and the enemy takes flight.
You are surrounded and covered by God’s favor and light.
Keep your eyes on the Truth; He is the Way and Life.
No matter the surroundings, keep the Word in sight.
Seek the Word, speak the Word, and draw the Word near.
In prayer and in deeds, live it; loud and clear.
To love God is to love life.
To love your neighbor is to love Christ.
Come; let us continue on this journey of the heart.
Fully rest, in your Savior, who has wooed you from the start.
There is a work to be done, but He is your strength within.
You will draw and encourage others to their journey begin.
To believe on the name of Jesus; the One that sets them free,
To hear God’s call saying “Follow Me.”

There was no greater invitation.  There is no greater plan.  There is no god like my God. Keep me safe in Your hands, fulfilling Your will for me in every way.

Start the Day Positivity By Brenda Drake

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Proverbs 15:13
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance:
but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

Have you noticed, sometimes; even before you get out of bed the enemy attempts to fill your mind with the problems, worries, and fears that plagued you yesterday?  It is the best time to practice discipline and with purpose think about the good things God has planned ahead for us.

Start the Day Positively

When you start the day with optimism; much better it will go.
If it begins, in worry and fear; bitterness burdens your soul.
When you resist the temptation to complain
A much better day will remain.
Try singing; even when you feel sad.
Try lifting praise, instead of thinking or saying bad.
Pray for those that cause to your life distress;
Instead of yielding to disharmony and conflict.
Meditate on things worthy, instead of things not right.
You will see a mighty change in your life.
Positivity shows you trust God’s plan.
His colors are brighter than looking through the fears of man.
Live each day, in a way that is as a song you sing,
Signifying a life of love and joy, that attests, you are a child of the King.

Prayer
This is the day the Lord has made I will rejoice and be glad in it! 

One Note Does Not Make a Song By Brenda Drake

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There is a false idea only certain people have importance in the song called life.    Every person has opportunity for an anointed place in the body of Christ; not one more important than another.  Every person needs the saving grace of Jesus;  for all fall short of the glory of God.  We all must repent and accept Jesus as Savior.  All can have a place in the worship and praise of God, to bring the light of love into the dark world.

One Note Alone Does Not Make a Song

A symphony of praise around the world strong;
Needs unity, for one note alone does not make a song.
Every tone from the softest to the loud clang or shrill,
Is a precious sound to the One that Heaven’s rooms fill.
Every life has a part in the song called life;
But those set aside and marked as His plays the song right.
Each, in their special place prepared,
To add their touch to the already signed masterpiece shared.
Each a beautiful part of the Bride of Christ;
Called to rule and reign at His side.
Each individual is precious in their unique way.
Personally and intimately they are His to stay.
One note does not make a song, only brothers in accord.
Will sing the forever-song that glorifies the Lord.
Your love makes its own contribution,- a note to God above.
Be comforted in knowledge your life’s sound is fully loved.
In prayer, praise, and worship settle into your special place.
Where you are accepted and drawn into God’s forever embrace.

I Corinthians 1:10
Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.

Not Working Right by Brenda Drake

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There is so much we as a Church need to face, it does not make sense if we do not work together.  It makes even less sense if we act contrary to the Word of God.  Our words and actions need to work together to be an effective force on the earth. 

Not Working Right

The body is a wonder at work each day.
You are fearfully and wonderfully made.
Out of the heart the mouth speaks,
The activity of the mind makes you strong or weak.
When what you think and the words you say are not the same,
Joy and peace deep within does not remain.
All the parts of a body has its job to do.
When one part is ill the rest of the body is affected too.

Now, the Church is the body of Christ.
Many different parts but some are not working right.
Christ as the Head speaks and is the Word.
But has His body, the Church, truly His message heard?
When the body is fractured it is unable to strongly stand.
Without the Sword of the Spirit it is unable to fight the enemy at hand.
The world is watching to see if a healing take place.
It is all done by Jesus, the Church, and His amazing grace.

1 Corinthians 12:25-26
That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another. And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it.

Love Story By Brenda Drake

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I have never felt more loved than at the place of the revelation of the jeopardy of my soul, for my Lord rushed in to assure me of His provision to cleanse me of all unrighteousness. The beauty of His plan proved a love much greater than I could ever imagine.  Oh how I love Him who first loved me.

Love Story

I was poor, so poor; I had filthy rags upon my back.
I lived in the gutters of life, I had great lack.
My eyes were blind and unseeing.
My ears were stopped; I was a hopeless and unbelieving.
The future was dark; there was bitter cold within me.
All was futile I had no one to befriend me.
My past was sad, the present a farce.
Negative would rule over any positive in my heart.
I was fully aware of my stain,|
I barely could lift up my heart in the shame.
Then came the most wondrous expression of love and grace;
That reached out and invited me into His embrace.
My every sin He knew and He showed me the great price,
He paid for my salvation when He gave His life.
He reached out and lifted me to beside Him stand,
And He declared I was new as He had always planned.
He gave me His robe of righteousness, pure, clean and white.
And introduced me to His Father as His bride.
He bestowed upon me gifts; promises good and true,
Of things He has planned ahead for us to do.
He sent His love to dwell within to bring comfort my soul.
And He promised He would of my life take full control.
Jesus  went ahead to prepare a place and will return again.
There is no greater love than between God and those He calls friends.

Jeremiah 31:3
The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying,
Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love:
therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee