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Each Day’s Decision Brenda Drake

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            There is a battle going on each day.  For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)

Each Day’s Decision

The attack begins at each days start.
It grabs onto my mind and tries to enter my heart.
It comes in different forms but the mission is the same;
But each day my decision remains.
One day perhaps its worry and the struggle begins.
But with diligence and prayer I turn it back to Jesus again.
The world’s circumstances loom and shout out its threats,
But then my heart remembers God is in control yet.
Sickness, heartbreak, and despair come by;
But then I remember The Healer and Helper lives inside.
I am with His strength able to do what is best.
Then if I am wise I will pray and then in His presence rest.
Each day my decision is Jesus. He is my choice.
I will read the Word and I will hear His voice.
I am not nearly as strong as I think I am sometimes;
But I am stronger than I think when Jesus is kept in mind.s

Hebrews 12:1-2
Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

All Because By Brenda Drake

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Grace

            I was not looking to be saved.  I did not even know I needed to be saved.  I am now set aside, and have a new purpose to my life.  I did nothing to earn it and did nothing to deserve it. It is true only because my heavenly Father, His Son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit called me to Him and set to work for me to receive such a great gift as this.

All Because

All because of a Father’s love, was mankind saved by grace.
All Because of the obedient Son my sins are erased
Because of a sacrifice on a tree upon the hill;
All because the Son of God died in my place I am fulfilled.
All because of a prayer stated in behalf of my soul;
All because ears heard from the Almighty’s throne;
All because the Spirit wooed and urged my heart to believe;
All because of God’s angels work, to help me receive.
All because of Jesus do I now write this word of rhyme.
All because of mercy and grace am I with Him aligned.
Only because He chose me and because He helped me change,
Am I free to live without bondage and shame.
All because of Him I am brand new within.
I will try to serve and do all I can to glorify Him;

Isaiah 43:10
Ye are my witnesses, saith the LORD, and my servant whom I have chosen: that ye may know and believe me, and understand that I am he: before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me.

God’s Promises By Brenda Drake

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I used to think prayer was almost like begging for favors and pleading for mercy.  Both are and can be true but truly prayer encompasses more than that.  When we learn God’s Word and recognize His promises we have a better idea of what His divine will for us as His chosen people.  If God’s Word says it…believe it.  If we believe it then we can stand on it and with confidence speak it in our prayer-requests.

God’s Promises

As plush and as valuable as the richest thing you know;
As pure and as white as the love God bestows.
As high and as wide as the mountains and beyond;
And as sure and as true as Jesus, the Foundation strong;
The Promises of God are everything man needs.
They are definite; the truth spoken is like planting good seeds.
The promises of God is pure love expressed.
In the name of Jesus, pure-love is confessed;
Their power reaches heaven; they are based on God’s reliability.
The Promises of God are backed by wisdom and honor that must be.
The Promises of God cannot be shaken, nor can they prove untrue.
Depend upon them with all your heart; as a gift they are bestowed on you.
Offer the love you have within, and place it on your lips to God’s promises claim;
Speak out your expectations in Jesus’ name.
If it aligns with Scriptures know the answer will come.
Pray fervently for there is much work to be done.
Read, study, and learn My ways and you will see,
The promises I give will materialize for thee.

Psalms 1:1-3
Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

Psalms 119:140
Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.

He is Beautiful By Brenda Drake

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            The world’s wonders all were created by the One most beautiful.  God is love and He loves to show Himself to everyone who will have eyes open to see.  He loves us so much He became a part of His creation so He could pay the sin-debt of every soul.  Every seeking heart will be able to behold the truth that will set them free to enjoy His creation with a new reborn soul.  Together we will proclaim…

He is Beautiful

There are so many things for the eyes to see;
With colors lovely, displayed endlessly.
The sky is blue some would say,
But I have seen countless color combinations on display.
The mountains can be green, brown, or white,
Blue, pink, or purple to cause the eyes delight.
Water appears blue, brown, and even looks green or gray
And the infinite tints of trees, flowers and grasses amaze.
But when a glimpse comes to reveal,
The treasure of Heaven and His touch we feel,
There is nothing that can compare to Him.
All life’s treasures are found in Him.
Jesus is beautiful, so beautiful… in wonder we become aware,
That so great, so wonderful are the gifts that He shares.
His love gave His life to offer new life to the lost.
His love suffered to pay our debt of sin on the cross.
He is beautiful, so beautiful is all my heart can say.
All I am and ever will be is in His name proclaimed.
I am free to live a life with eyes able to now behold,
The beauty this life on earth can hold.
I am able to recognize the One whose light gave sight to me,
Revealing the truth His splendor is evident in all that I see.

Zechariah 9:17
For how great is his goodness, and how great is his beauty!

Blinded by the Smoke of Your Own Fire By Brenda Drake

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            We can be doing the right thing and even move in the right direction and still be just a little off
track.  How is this? When we make our own way, utilizing our own efforts and our own plans how to get there.  Then when something hinders our progress we become confused and fearful.  For, we are trying too hard to accomplish what God desires to help us do with His strength, His wisdom, and His help. 

Blinded by the Smoke of Your Own Fire

You have made your plans and set your face to do,
Perhaps even feeling God is leading you.
You push and shove things out of the way;
To on your purposed path stay.
But when things keep getting in the way perhaps,
It is God trying to get you back on track.
The wise will daily seek to see,
If where they go is where God leads.
You ask what does this word mean?
Is the direction I go not the way right I have seen?
Am I blinded by the smoke of my own fire?
Is my dream my dream and not as God desires?
How am I able to know if my way is right?
How am I able to discern I am clear of sight?
Does my walk of faith need some repair?
Father, will You a sure solution share?
I tell you friend your direction is true,
But it is up to me not up to you.
You must be open to the way I have designed for you to go
Not blinded by the smoke of your own understanding but trusting God’s control.

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

The Mission By Brenda Drake

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I thought  my goal was to be happy.  I chased after things to accomplish my quest.  But one day I found I could never be truly happy unless I was free from sin’s weight from my soul.   I find my mission is accomplished only as I live to do my Father’s will.  I am now full of joy in service to Him.

The Mission

The mission and purpose of life,
Is to live each day representing Christ.
In thoughts, words, and deeds done,
All show the glory of the most Holy One.
To preach the Good News near and far,
Living and speaking Christ; wherever you are.
Love the unlovely by covered prayer,
With heart extended because you care.
The mission is to show the lost,
God’s saving grace by leading to the cross.
Feed and cover those you see,
Extend a helping hand to those in need.
Spoon feed the sick, with words that heal,
Clothe in healing coverings that prove God is real.
Love is the covering upon you placed.
You are covered by the warmth of God’s embrace.
So go forth in prayer and in mercy’s might;
Minister in the name of Christ.
When the day is over and your life is done,
You can say mission- accomplished to Jesus God’s Son.

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.

How Lovely are the Feet of Them By Brenda Drake

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I once shared my faith with a relative and she said she thought our spiritual belief should be a private matter and did not think we should share openly with others.  I am glad and honored that our Lord even says our feet are lovely when we share our faith.

How Lovely Are the Feet of Them

How beautiful are the feet of them that spread the Word;
That shares the Good News and tells the things they have heard.
How lovely are the feet of them that travel to the hill of Calvary;
To bow at the cross to offer their life to Me.
Precious are they that tread over the harsh roads of life;
And overcome temptations and continues to do right.
How lovely are the feet of them that pray night and day;
To keep their feet on the good path and right decisions make.
My chosen are blessed from head to toe; blessed through and through;
For they go out to show others what they need to do.
Walk on the pathway in the footsteps of God’s Son.
Blessed are the feet of them that help get God’s work on earth done.

Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace; that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; that saith unto Zion, Thy God reigneth!

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound;

Luke 4:18
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised,

Stand on the Word By Brenda Drake

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I had a refrigerator magnet that had the best advice.  It said if God said it, believe it!  This poem adds even more to its great message.

Stand on the Word

Put your finger on it; claim it for your life.
Underline it and watch it shed on you a new light.
Place your feet upon it; stand boldly on its worth.
There is no power that can defeat it on the earth.
Set your eyes ahead on the Truth that you see in faith;
Put your heart to rest and with patience wait.
Stake all you have and will acquire on the value of the Word.
It will not fade away, dissolve, or be deterred.
Show it to others, proclaim its truth to them.
Never fear it will fail you, it will prove true till the end.
There is no power that can cause God’s Word to fail or fall.
Study daily the wisdom that will help you through it all.

Psalms 18:30
As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.

Psalms 119:140
Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.

The Heart of a Hero By Brenda Drake

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            We to impress others can put on an outward show of goodness, but God sees our inner man and knows our every motive. It is much better to emulate Jesus the One that is truly good. With His help we become His ambassadors in a dark world; able to show the way to the cross that rescues the lost by the Father’s provision of salvation.

The Heart of a Hero

The heart of a hero to the outward eye,
May look the same as a coward on the outside.
It’s the inner place where only God sees clear;
The hero’s heart is touched as God draws near.
Who are God’s heroes? They may surprise you when shown.
They may seem a little strange and stand alone.
Heroes in God’s kingdom look different than what the world proclaims.
By the world’s standards they may be called different names.
True heroes are those that do what is right.
Without thought they are a light.
God’s hero is steadfast in faith.
They are those that are on call to in an instant pray.
They are the ones that turn the cheek and refuse to fight;
Unless it is to stand up tall for what is good and right.
A hero in God’s kingdom may be portrayed as humble or weak;
But it is strength and truth heard when they speak.
The heart of God’s hero beats to the tune of Christ.
They are His workmanship and the bride of His delight.

Matthew 5:3-11
 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
 “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
 “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter

all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.

A World of Hearts By Brenda Drake

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The promised, joyful, future ahead; when Christ returns to rule and reign on earth, causes my heart great comfort.  Even in our trying times it can and does bring strength within to carry on, knowing one day we will see and experience complete peace and harmony again.  It will be a wondrous time when all people desire to love and care for one another.

A World of Hearts

A world of hearts joined to one another;
Sisters loving sisters and brothers loving brothers.
Holy and pure, with joy in each step,
Overflowing with peace very well blessed.
Trees bloom with flowers with vines rich to savor;
With more than enough to share with friend and neighbor.
Love rules with wisdom, power, and might,
Perfect in every way, to cause each heart delight.
A world of hearts in one accord,
Under the leadership of Christ the Lord.
Where is the Church you ask at this time?
The bride is with Jesus as He always designed.
So in love are they; what a joy to see,
They are one with Him for eternity.
There is a good future ahead, when Christ rule on earth begins.
But until that day, there are many trials to face my friend,
In a troubled world of hearts in discord.
Rejecting and neglecting the Word of the Lord.
Think on things good, faithful, and true.
As your God reveals what ahead you need to do.

Prayer

I am looking forward to Jesus’ return and the rule of righteousness and peace. Help me to spread the Good News to a troubled world, telling of the loving provision of Your sacrifice and resurrection for all those that will believe.

Revelation 20:6
Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.