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Calm Your Troubled Sea by Brenda Drake
New sample from my newest devotional book of Christian poetry. Available on Amazon books in kindle, paperback, and hardcover.
In one of my tipsy-turvy times trying to figure out things on my own; I was not even able to pray because of the churning in my spirit. The Lord revealed how really simple it is to get the peace back that I once enjoyed in His presence. All it really takes is a humble heart that fully admits its inability to go it alone, and that truly repents of its self-assured ways.
Calm Your Troubled Sea
When within you it is not calm or at peace,
A storm rages, there is a troubled sea,
Your thoughts are uncertain; blowing with the wind,
Some wrong emotions are bottled up within.
Tossed to one side, then to another,
Rocking in a vessel but seeking cover,
But it is not a pleasant journey at all,
If you attempt to stand you stumble and fall.|
This is not a word of rebuke as you might suppose,
It is a word to assure you, all things God knows.
What can be done about this trouble within?
Admit your attitude is indeed sin.
Admit your faith needs working on,
And that you are weak not all that strong.
As for the troubled waters about you;
Something can be done for that too.
Jesus’ love provided your redemption.
He broke the chains and bondage of sin,
He deposited new authority to your new man.
He offers His name to make your demands.
In Jesus name, declare to the raging water, peace be still;
Perfectly fitting in the Father’s will.
The enemy will surely torment the heart that allows him too.
This need not be, heed this word is delivered to you.
John 16:23
Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.
The Perfume of Prayer By Brenda Drake
Sample of poem in my newest book on Amazon. I have a promotion for only one more day for free on Kindle.
I used to worry that I was not praying correctly, but I am reassured by the Spirit there is no right or wrong way to pray. I find I pray best when I just talk to the Lord about whatever and whoever comes to mind. When I see a need for myself or for another a simple heartfelt request for God to intervene is my prayer. As I have grown more in the Lord, I am able to pray the will of God by praying the Word of God in my prayer requests.
The Perfume of Prayer
The value of sincere prayer,
Is so great, you are as yet unaware.
The lasting impressions are recorded to stay.
The time is not wasted; its effort will not fade away.
Freely pray, do not hold back the flow,
For there is healing within to restore and make whole.
Pray openly no matter where you are.
It matters not if the people you pray for are near or far.
The ear of God is always willing to hear.
You are selected by Him, He draws near.
He knew from the beginning, who would pray,
Faithfully, earnestly, each day.
Unspoken requests in hearts are sweeter still,
When they agree with the Fathers will.
Time is not wasted if there has been,
An earnest plea stated for foe or friend.
Your life touches another even if you cannot see,|
So continue on in prayer’s ministry.
Great is the intercession of words and deeds given,
While pleasing God in your daily living;
Offering time and energy to His work do;|
Dying to self-will, to allow the Holy Spirit to move.
Prayer is as the perfume that was poured out on Jesus’ head;
A great sacrifice proving profit from the work He did.
Ephesians 5:18
Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
Practical Love By Brenda Drake
There are so many practical ways to bless another
Practical, down to earth ways to serve others
Listen carefully and you will find
Many good ways to spend your time
When is the last time you have sent a card or a letter
To express that you are praying for them to feel better?
Do you know some one that is very stressed?
That is out of sorts because they don’t have time to rest?
Why not treat them to a dinner you have prepared for them
Just to show your love and concern as their friend?
A child with shoes out-gown or overused
Take them to a new pair choose
Practical love works, they are endless and are needed friends
The profit from your labor is paid back again and again
With smiles, and with blessings too many to count
A wonderful addition to your heavenly bank account
Call the one that loves you and misses your voice
Visit sister or brothers so hearts in tune rejoice
Tell the lost about Jesus and also to them show
The way God touches in practical ways as He saves souls
Psalms 143:10
Teach me to do thy will; for thou art my God: thy spirit is good; lead me into the land of uprightness.
Cause Me Your Favor By Brenda Drake
When we are saved from the penalty of our sins we have received the wonderful gift of eternal life with Jesus and a sure, definite favor in our time left on the earth. Not that we will not have difficulty but the kind of favor that helps us through with His strength, joy, guidance, and love.
Cause Me Your Favor
Lord, give me enough time to accomplish all You want me to do;
And enough energy to live successfully for You.
Stretch my days so within the hours there is good profit shown.
I know my life is not my time to spend on self alone.
Let me cause profit to another’s life too,
So I will be a blessing that also honors You.
Jesus, as I carry the cross prepared for me to bear,
Help me to of Your presence be aware.
I know You are the One that carries the largest part;
You are even the strength deep within my heart.
Your joy bubbles up from within
It’s because of Your mercy I’m forgiven when I repent sin.
Your love and compassion floods my soul
And in me and through me overflows.
Pack into my day a great desire to pray,
Help to those in need through their day
Give me opportunity to tell others how much You care.
Allow my heart and deeds prove You are with them there.
Fill my mind with thoughts tender…let my heart be true.
Help me to purposely and whole-heartily serve only You.
As I walk on earth and I travel toward the goal my King,
Cause a gentle breeze of favor to caress, as my heart in answer sings.
I intreated thy favour with my whole heart: be merciful unto me according to thy word.
Psalms 119:58
Mustard Seed Faith By Brenda Drake
I do not have a green thumb. I have planted whole seed packets with little return. With God all I need is a tiny seed of faith and He will do all the rest.
Mustard Seed Faith
Tiny little seeds so small
Grow to an impressive sight tall.
Mustard-seed-faith has the same effect,
It accomplishes more than you expect.
Where are the seeds found? What need you do?
Where do you plant them? When does increase come to you?
Mustard-seed faith begins its start,
When the truth is planted in your heart;
When you speak it clear;
It is planted in prayer for God to hear.
Answer comes at just the right time,
God is in control of it all, it is as He designs.
To receive; believe and speak; wait with confidence intact.
You will be astounded at God’s provisions you get back.
God’s Word is the seed planted in the good soil of an abundant life;
As you testify and speak in name of Christ,
He waters and for the seed cares.
You must trust and keep praising Him in your prayers.
Enjoy the time as your faith becomes what others too can see,
A good work, grown from your tiny little seed.
Matthew 17:20
He said to them, because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you
A Good Mother’s Love By Brenda Drake
I hope all the mothers out there have a wonderful Mother’s Day! You are appreciated and with God’s help you hold an important jot and are of great value on the earth.
A Good Mother’s Love
The gift to the mother is her daughter and her son,
The good mother helps them to a gift become.
The mother is honored with cards, flowers and such;
But the best appreciated gifts are respect and love.
God sent to mankind the gift of Christ;
Who is truth and the way to life.
When Jesus is in a mother strong,
Then the child learns what’s right and what’s wrong.
Her toil for her family never quite ends.
She at a later date becomes confidante and friend.
She’s the one you call at the start,
Of any worry or concern in your heart.
It’s her prayers you seek,
To hear in your behalf when in need.
The Father in heaven planned it that way,
He poured into a mother a gift that forever stays.
The one who loves you most of course is God above;
But He is surely glorified and recognized in a good mother’s love.
Her children arise up, and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Proverbs 31:28
In His Embrace By Brenda Drake
Just in time for Mother’s Day! Now available on Amazon in three formats, Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover. $2.99 – $8.99 – $14.99
Seeds of Rebellion Replaced By Brenda Drake
I know the world plants its seeds every day in us unaware. We choose what we will allow to grow. I will reject whatever does not agree with the Word of God. I choose to learn of God’s ways not the ways of a fallen world system! Because of the work of Jesus in our hearts we are able to discern what is right and what is wrong.
Seed of Rebellion Replaced
The seed of rebellion was found inside,
As it grew, no longer could it hide.
It grew into a no-turning-back place,
And its insurrection and intent was fully embraced.
Evil was found in the beautiful one,
No longer could he dwell with Father, Spirit, and Son.
Seeds are planted each and every day,
To from God’s Word turn away.
Seeds of rebellion encouraged to grow,
Deep within the soul.
Jesus came to earth born to save the lost.
He, by His obedience went to the cross.
To pay for every man’s sin so they could be,
A part of God’s plan for eternity.
Those who hear, taste, and see truth displayed,
Are freed from rebellion’s evil ways.
They are drawn into the arms of grace.
Made new and whole, by the Father embraced.
Those who live for God each day dies to self-will.
Heart, mind, and soul with God is filled;
With words, thoughts, and actions to glorify God above.
Seeds of rebellion are replaced by seeds of love.
For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft,
and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. 1 Samuel 15:22If ye love me, keep my commandments. And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever; John 14:15-16
Mindful of Little Things By Brenda Drake
We desire to know the news and beliefs of the entire world. We all have our opinions and theories of who is right and what really matters. Truly the life in tune with the wonders of God’s gifts of everyday things, which encourage joy and peace instead of promoting turmoil and strife, is more content and happy.
Mindful of Little Things
Be mindful of the little things in life.
That causes to the heart certain delight.
Then at other times let them pass,
You will be well blessed in the act.
Does this sound a little strange to your ear?
It is pure wisdom if you hear.
There are little signs that are meant to be;
Like small gifts delivered for you to see.
Such as the pretty butterfly or bird or a flower’s bloom,
Or like sunshine that floods the room.
Or perhaps a heart-shaped cloud in the sky;
Be mindful; do not let them pass by.
Perhaps an unexpected loving tap of family or friend,
Or even a smile delivered by one of them.
Then there are little things you need to ignore or toss aside.
That is toxic and cause certain discomfort inside.
Like the sharp word of either stranger and friend,
And the devil’s lies that try to sneak in.
The stolen glances in areas unhealthy for the soul,
Be mindful to repent them; for God already knows.
Be mindful; take care to on the right path stay,
Remember to keep in mind Jesus is the Way.
And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. Colossians 3:15
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame. Proverbs 12:16
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