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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.

His Far Reaching Thoughts By Brenda Drake

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            I love the Word of God and the wonderful work of the Holy Spirit.  I am thankful He opens up blind eyes to see truth and causes new life with promise to grow stronger each day.  He loves us so much and His thoughts toward us are good.

His Far Reaching Thoughts By Brenda Drake

Far reaching thoughts fall like rain;
And in awe and wonder they settle and remain.
When truth settles and is soaked in deep,
The value of life is increased.
New growth surely occurs;
Like a seed planted is the Word;
A seed of tomorrow with life anew;
A seed; full of potential inside of you.
Worship and praise rise up from inside,
Proving love and adoration is alive.
Jesus is the Lord of Lords and King of all Kings,
Only He is able to cause my heart to sing.
He is the Song of heaven that causes peace within.
He is the Word that comforts and draws to Him.
He is the truth like a seed grows strong and tall,
He is our future-promise and the anointing rain that falls.
He is Jesus, Son of God, the Light, and the Way.
He is the path I follow and the Word I obey.
Jesus is the high-tower and shelter from life’s storm,
He is my Savoir and the future for all the reborn.
He is in my thoughts day and night the same,
There is grace, hope and power in Jesus’ name.
His far reaching thoughts fall like refreshing rains
Words of adoration, honor, and praise to His glory proclaim.

Romans 12:2
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Ephesians 3:20-21
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,  Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.

Flowing Streams by Brenda Drake

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            Nothing satisfies thirst as good as water.  We need to treat the Word of God as a river source that helps us grow; for that is exactly what happens as we study it. We become stronger and able to help others to partake of His life-giving strength. 

Flowing Streams

Streams travel down the hill;
Into the rivers they are to fill,
The river flows to another place;
As it waters the parched land along the banks.
On and on it spreads its life-giving flow,
So the grass, trees, and flowers are able to grow.
This also is said of your God’s care from above.
He flows as a river of life His love.
Stand by the banks, drink and then drink some more,
Of the sweet nourishment provided by the Lord.
As the river flows onward, so must you my friend.
Go forth to show others the way to Him.
To be one with your Lord and to flow His way,
You need to drink healthily of the Scriptures and choose to obey.
The more you take in the more wisdom overflows,
Like a flowing stream to water others with the life-giving truths you know.

John 7:38
He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly
shall flow rivers of living water.

Proverbs 18:4
The words of a man’s mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring
of wisdom as a flowing brook.

Isaiah 58:11
And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not.

Dinner is Served By Brenda Drake

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The Word of God is like a banquet table set before us.  There is so much for us to learn. The more we consume, the more we learn the ways and the desires of Jesus; the lover of our soul; and the One who soon returns for His bride 

Dinner is Served

Join Me for dinner, come taste and see,
The wonderful banquet prepared for thee.
The table is set, you have a place reserved.
But until the main course is served,
Have an appetizer or two,
They also have been prepared for you.
Just as a wedding has a dress rehearsal set aside,
Where there is extra care to prepare the bride.
Just so are the days before Christ return comes,
Prepare yourself; get ready to meet God’s Son.
Keep your eyes open and ears tuned for His sound.
Make sure your lamp is tended as you walk on solid ground.
Let go of worry, fear, and such things,
Get your mind, heart, and soul prepared to meet the King.
Allow your heart songs to flood the land;
And before you know it, before God you will stand.
Beautifully dressed in righteous white;
A dazzling lovely bride for Christ.
Your heart seeks to understand all that I say in this rhyme,
But the only real thing you need to know; give thanks if you are Mine;
And rejoice you are full and filled with the nourishment prepared.
And remember you need to be faithful to with others the Good News share.

Matthew 4:4
But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.

Jeremiah 15:16 
Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O Lord God of hosts.

Rely on the Word of God By Brenda Drake

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God reveals His love, His provision, His plan and His purpose for us through the Word of God.  If you desire to know Him, read the Word.  If you desire to hear His voice, read the Word. If you need direction, comfort, and strength again I say read the Word.  Hope, faith, and joy are packed into its pages. God promises are rock-solid strong stand on them. When all else has failed you can count on and rely on the Word of God. Jesus is the Word of God that spoke loud from the cross in our behalf. Rely on Him

Rely on the Word of God

Relying of the Word is the way of life,
Of the one who is a follower of Christ.
Jesus is the Word of God that spoke life from the cross.
He offered His life to pay the sin-debt of the lost.
Jesus the Word spoke into all He touched:
Life, increase, compassion, and healing- love.
The wise rely on the promises written in the Word.
They do not lean to their own understanding when trouble occurs.
When sick they depend on the truth to set them free.
As you stand on God’s Word, it stands strong in thee.
When the world tosses and turns with confusing sounds,
The wise run to the Word of God to lift to higher ground.
In the stressful-place of uncertainty, lies, and lying- tongues.
Travel to the pages of God’s wisdom where the truth comes.
Rely on the Word,  rely on Jesus what He says and what He has done.
Rejoice when you His, and prepares a place.
Where peace and joy reside and fear and death are erased.
Rely on His Word given to give you strength,
It is food for the hungry and living-water to drink.
The Word of God is truth, those who adhere to its precepts are wise.
They have a heart full; awake with opened eyes.
They have lamp tended and watch for their Lord’s return.
Because of God’s grace, and their faith, they receive eternal-blessings unearned.

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

John 1:1-5
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.

More Than Enough By Brenda Drake

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More Than Enough

The stories in the Bible are read but not always taken in,
But if they seek it will speak to them.
The great crowd had a few fish and loaves of bread;
Their little seemed useless but when the disciples did as Jesus said,
Their little more than enough became.
Circumstances were overpowered when the Word of increase came.
The little you have to share if need be,
When the Word arrives even more visits thee.

Lord, all I am and all I have is Yours in fact;
With You on my side what do I lack Lord I ask?

This is answer-right to the question in your ear.
Your little will be enough so others lack disappears.
The story of the woman that would seek crumbs,
To receive the good deed she needed done.
She believed the source was greater than her need,
So content on the crumbs she would feed.

What about you?  Is your heart able to see,
Your lack is not more than I am able to provide for thee?
When you ask do you believe it will be done?
Or are you uncertain the answer comes?

The story of the blind men that all received sight,
Who all jumped in joy and great delight,
All rushed off to places they desired to be,
But one came back to praise the One that set them free.

When you were unable to behold the Light,
And the truth was far from your sight?
When you were healed did you go your way?
Or did you choose to at His feet stay?
What about now? Now and then,
Do you return to thank God again?
There are so many lessons in the Word when applied to your life,
Your walk is all you desire it to be, more than enough as you glorify Christ.

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction,
and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.

World of Words By Brenda Drake

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            It is good to be aware of things occurring in the world. However when we get caught up with all the ups, downs, deceptions, and lies of the many voices, we become sour and depressed.  The world is full of words that are contrary to the Word of God; those we must turn away. 

World of Words

In a world of words what do you hear?
Is it the kind of things that incite anger or fear?
Words that discourage and cause anxiety within,
Are not of value to be allowed in.
In a world of words the One Word true,
Causes faith to grow inside of you;
Rivers of peace and flowers of joy abound,
With a sure direction leads to higher ground.
Truth stands tall and will not change direction.
Great is the Word’s provision to prosper them.
Jesus is the Word of God that spoke from the cross to man;
That directs to the way of salvation the Father planned.
In the world of words of lie and deceit,
Where chaos and divisions increase;
Where the right way is painted wrong,
And what God says is evil now belongs;
Where hatred is hidden in cunning expressions,
And love is frivolous and fake in its confession.
Speak the Word, live the Word, love words kind and true.  
Love Jesus the Word and He will shine through.
In the world of words- the One who made all you see,
Becomes the world to you for eternity.

Luke 6:44
A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh.  

Romans 10:14-15
How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

There is a Place By Brenda Drake

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Words are powerful; they when kind, true, and wise are kept in a special place within. The Word of God placed within is a foundation strong.  When Jesus ( The Word) is within we are strong. 

There is a Place

There is a place where love words are kept safe within;
To be enjoyed in remembrance again and again.
Remember the kind word that lifted you when you were sad?
It is in the special place you can visit when you feel bad.
Loving words are always a gift when they touch your ear:
But they speak much more effectively when your heart hears.
There is a place where you can hear love words every day;
The Holy Spirit encourages with wisdom that deep inside stays.
So they too can be drawn up from within,
To be shared to encourage or to help a friend.
The Word of God is a never ending supply.
Of life-giving utterances; like a river that never runs dry.
It is a peaceful, loving- place where you will hear,
God loved and died for you, and is always near.
Its teachings of promise you draw strength from,
Gladly is shared to encourage another one.
When you speak good words that with the Word of God agree,
You become the place the Spirit finds joy as He dwells in thee.

Psalms 19:14
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight,
O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.

A Strange Thing Occurs By Brenda Drake

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There are times when life and its complications cause a certain dread, especially when there seems to be no clear answers in sight. The best remedy is to go to the Word of God to be reminded God is not caught off guard and we can and must trust He loves us and is in complete control.

A Strange Thing Occurs

Father the world is talking loud threats,
Of sure difficulties that lies ahead.
My heart hurts at the loss I see on every side;
From financial strain and for families and for them who die.
Confusing, mind-blowing whistle-blowing words circle and attack.
It seems there are very little we can know are facts.
In my quiet times when I travel to God’s Word,
A very strange and wonderful thing occurs,
My heart is settled as in your care I rest.
Again I find the truth and it again I confess.
My God is able and on Him I depend;
All things on earth and in heaven bows down to Him.
I am firmly in His sight and on His mind.
My God loves to spend with me time.
Life’s complications are handled in the way best,
So the outcome of it all will turn for the best.
He is in control and it is already written what will come,
So in Jesus name I pray. Lord thy will be done.
In my life and in the world that seems to be in such chaos and whoa,
I will listen instead to the Spirit that brings peace and confidence to my soul.

Isaiah 26:3-4
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace,
whose mind is stayed on thee:
because he trusteth in thee.
 Trust ye in the Lord for ever:
for in the Lord Jehovah is everlasting strength:

Psalms 3:3
But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me;
my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.

Lies, Lies, Lies By Brenda Drake

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Have you felt lately a little out of touch with reality?  Almost as if we are living in the twilight-zone.  When I begin to feel like this there is one place that can and does get me grounded and back on track…I go to the Lord in prayer and delve into the Scriptures. A new hope and faith rises up by hearing and heeding the truth and setting aside the many untruths that bombard us in the world with its unbelieving, faithless ways.

Lies, Lies, Lies

Manufactured, mass-produced lies,
Full of deception, behind masks disguised.
Tall tales and tiny innuendoes under the same name,
They are called and marked as a lie just the same.
In the world voices are heard; many things untrue.
They if heeded are meant to pull away in deception or to confuse.
When you are confused and muddled in your thinking,
Then you are sure to make decisions that are stinking.
Train your heart and spirit to hear God’s voice.
It will co-inside with Scripture to help you make the right choice.
Lies, lies, lies everywhere you turn.
There will be even more lies uttered until Jesus returns.
Jesus is the truth, He will show you the way right.
He is the Word God sent to cause your heart delight.
When you obey the Word and heed its direction,
You have the mind of Christ and will not be led astray in deception.

John 14:5
Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life:
no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

2 Timothy 3:16-17
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

James 3:14-17
But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.  This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.  For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.  But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.