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The Spirit Shines Bright By Brenda Drake

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Oh the darkness of the sin-riddled soul.  But as dark as sin is, Jesus conquered it by paying the debt of sin for all that will believe.  When He is our Savior, we are set free from sins terrible life- destroying grasp. Little do we comprehend the light that dwells within.

The Spirit Shines Bright

It is dark; sin runs rampant in the streets.
Hurt, pain, and despair grips hearts in defeat.|
The fleshly ways of man,
Has full reign in the land.
When one seeks to see,
With heart available and willing to believe,
In the dark place, in comes Christ.
In the body of a believer the Spirit shines light.
The Church is the body and Christ is the head;
Together they go forth as Spirit led.|
Jesus is the light and the way.
He is the truth relayed.
Jesus is the healer of sin-sickness and shame.
We the Church, freely pray in His name.
Jesus is Lord, He is life.
We as His body, leads others to the light
In the dark place of the heart where sin hides;
The Spirit reveals the darkness deep inside.
When the Church rises up and sets its face to win,
Their praise and worship lights the way for them.
Their flesh may struggle and put up a fight,
But a holy work is done when the Spirit shines bright.

1 Thessalonians 5:5
Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day:
we are not of the night, nor of darkness.

Through Glass Darkly By Brenda Drake

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I am astounded my understanding is opened to see even more astounding things by faith.  What I once thought was hopeless by faith I believe is possible.  Things I thought was impossible become not only possible but by faith expected to be.  Still my eyes strain to see some of the wonderful things I have learned by the Word is to be.  I am sure one day what is blurred in my sight will become crystal clear.

Through Glass Darkly

Misty things are seen darkly as through a foggy glass;
The great and glorious day ahead is faintly seen as fact.
Clouded by the enemy and by mortal eyes that see,
Through the muddled lens of mortality.
God’s children see in faith God’s glory with limited sight,
They see glimpses with opened spiritual light.
Improved gaze is beheld by knowledge of the Word.
Their sight is better when the truth is heard.
Come, walk in precious faith to see more and more,
As the Spirit within reveals the glories of the Lord.

Ephesians 1:18-19
The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,

1 Corinthians 13:12
For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.

Gentle Breeze of God’s Care By Brenda Drake

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#check out my new devotional God’s Whispers to the Heart by Brenda Drake on Amazon. $2.99 Kindle $17.00 paperback. A good time to start a New Year!

The love of God is everywhere.  There is not one thing that can touch our life that He does not desire to help us through.  His love is constant; all we need to do is to know this is so.  Jesus provided the way for us to have a forever-touch of His presence.

 Gentle Breeze of God’s Care

The sun rises and sets each day;
Clouds in the sky are on full display,
With colors bright, subtle, angry red to cool blue;
Great is the display of the world of worlds all around you.
From the world of tiny insects, to the hungry lion that prowls;
From the song of the smallest bird; to the loudest growl;
Every thought and every word is known; good and bad the same;
Every high and exulted name that is proclaimed;
Every deed in progress at any time of day,
Does not pass by: not anything is lost to God’s gaze.
All our opinions and theories of wrong and what is right;|
Everything is known by Him and is clear in His sight.
The truth is God is I AM.
There is nothing barred from Him in the land.
God chooses His limitations -He is in full control.
There is not anything that He does not know.
He gives us freedom to choose to love God above,
Or, to choose to reject His great love.
The gentle breeze of God’s care,
Is always available, it is continuously there.
He sent Jesus, His Son to die to save us from sin’s grasp.
He planned complete salvation and all He asks,
Is for us to believe and to trust in Him complete;
So we can know how truly beautiful life can be.

Psalms s 93:1
The LORD reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the LORD is clothed with strength, wherewith he hath girded himself: the world also is stablished, that it cannot be moved.

Gifts Accepted By Brenda Drake

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Gifts Accepted

What would you think if someone received your gift,
And then attempted to pay for it?
You would think it silly and a waste,
If they insist, to the giver they cause disgrace.

God by Jesus’ sacrifice has offered you many things;
Countless gifts of promise He brings.
The greatest promise is Salvation for the soul.
Because of what Jesus did you are whole.
It is done, it is finished; you need only to believe.
Salvation is sure when it is received.

To give thanks and praise is all you need to do.
So great is this gift bestowed on you.
You cannot repay the Master for Salvation.
You cannot earn what He has done.
His love extended to die in your place.
Great is the gift of grace.

Under grace’s cover there are more gifts bestowed;
They are of much more valuable than silver or gold.
Gifts of guidance, provision, and care,
Gifts of His peace and joy are also with you shared.
The gift of accountability as He takes control,
Gifts of knowledge are shared to enrich and make you whole.
To worry or fear, at what lie ahead, is to try to a gift pay.
For it states God is unable to do as He says.
Accept His gift, rest in His love and care for thee,
Then you are walking in the gift of life with the spirit free.

Romans 3:24
Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:

Prayer
Forgive me when I worry, I know You are able to lead and guide my path.  Thank You for Your wonderful, generous gifts of love and provision. I will forever be grateful for the wonderful gift of Salvation!

Have a Good Christmas By Brenda Drake

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            Jesus is the greatest gift ever bestowed upon man.  We celebrate the Christ’s birth by giving gifts to one another.  With him dwelling inside we are able to become a gift delivered from God.

Have a good Christmas.

From the hand should come assistance, from the heart… concern
From the eyes… a light of love should burn
From the mouth…. praise and worship, and words that uplift
The life of the child of God is a gift
A gift worth more than they know
For they were bought by Love that God bestowed
Man is a gift to man if within is God’s Son
Because of his contents… he a gift becomes
Do not withhold kindness, always share your life
Give of yourself,  as you practice self-sacrifice
Always do the good work, never put the good thought aside
By actions you prove to the dying world Who lives inside
Your willing heart and hands can do great service for the King
Your kind words and singled eye will a great harvest bring
Reach out and touch someone in Jesus’ name
For by your faithful service, you’ve a gift became
A lovely gift valued both by man and God above
A lovely gift filled with God’s own sweet love

Jerimiah 17:10
I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.

John 20:21
Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you.

When Christmas Hurts By Brenda Drake

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#check out my new daily devotional God’s Whispers to the Heart now available on Amazon $2.99 kindle and $17.00 paperback.

This is truly a wonderful time of year; even strangers seem to have ready smiles and greetings of good cheer.  In our excitement and bustle we forget Christmas time is lonely for many around us; life-situations have caused hurts and heartaches that have stolen the beauty of their holiday. Lord, help us to be aware of the feelings of others and remind us to lift their spirits by our prayers, love, and concern.

When Christmas Time Hurts

When Christmas-time hurts and joy has fled far away,
And there is no magic left in this once-special day.
All the sweet songs that once cheered now cause sadness within.
Oh how you would love to find pleasure in them again.
The hurting heart remembers sadly its personal loss,
And refuses to be cheered so their mind is cross.
Held in a prison unable to look outside to see,
The gift of the Christmas story that sets them free.
When Christmas-time hurts there is remedy to heal;
Its power is sure, its touch is real.
Find another person that has a heart that is down,
Do something, anything that removes their frown.
Find a little child that has lack,
Provide for them and your joy comes back.
Get your mind in things good, right, pure and true;
Set yourself to motion to the good thing do.
Bring your aching heart to the Father for His healing touch.
Renew your faith as you to Him entrust;
All the hurts, pains of this time of year,
Little by little the sweet joy and peace of Christmas reappears.

Luke 2:13-14
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

The Wrappings By Brenda Drake

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The Wrappings

Whatever is gift placed under the tree.
It is the wrapping I desire for you to see.

The fine meal that is prepared;
What is of most value, you may not even be aware.

The traditions and memories that visit from the past,
Is a remnant of this gift that lasts.

The tears that fill the eyes on this day
Is another precious reminder of the gift portrayed

The favorite songs that encourage Christmas cheer;
Pour from the heart that has the gift near.

This gift is passed mother to daughter and father to son,
This gift from the cross to man comes.

Because of love the Father gave His Son to man;
Because of love Jesus obeyed and did as the Father planned.
Because of love the Holy Spirit speaks.
And will show God is Love to all who seek.
Because of love the redeemed man offers themselves;
As a servant to help get God’s message of love out.
This message is in a word of hope and peace.
They that are nourished by love causes great increase.
At this season allow your eyes to see and behold,
All the little gifts lavished on thee wrapped in love’s clothes.

Sweet Comforts of Joy By Brenda Drake

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#Check out my new devotional on Amazon God’s Whispers to the Heart. $2.99 Kindle $17.00 Paperback

There are so many times when my heart has been warmed by the touch of the Holy Spirit since I became a Christian.  The joys of Salvation are too numerous to count.  But here are some of the sweet comforts of joy that floods the hearts of those that belong to Jesus.

Sweet Comforts of Joy

Sweet comforts of joy flood the soul,
When the treasures of God unfold.
What are the treasures of a saved soul?
They are the sweet comfort of joy under God’s control.
Such as peace in the midst of a stormy time,
When the world’s ways trouble and boggle the mind.
The sure knowledge all is well within;
And that you are well-pleasing to the God that calls you friend.
The Word that you count on for wisdom supply;
It is like a river of refreshing-water that never goes dry.
God’s willing ear that hears every word you say;
And the sweet assurance and comfort after you pray.
The future that shines like diamonds on a crystal sea;
That beckons with hope and mystery.
The lights of love in your brother’s eye;
The sure hope and provision of God’s supply.
The thrills of the thought of Christ’ return;|The eternal gratitude of Salvation unearned;
And the sweet loving sound of forever’s eternal plan,
That the mind stretches to see and to understand.
Sweet comforts of joy for those who belong to God above,
All are reminders of the truth they are well loved.

1 Peter 1:8-9
Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.

Dance Worth Your Soul’s Lover By Brenda Drake

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The songs of Salvation are now a real part of my life.  My heart, mind, and spirit are in tune with my Lord, and I desire to move in step with the Holy Spirit that leads the way. When the world begins to jangle my spirit I know it is time to get back into the Word of God and to lift up the praises due to His name.

Dance with Your Soul’s Lover

Dance with your Soul’s Lover as you listen to His Word.
Rejoice in your exalted position, obey what you’ve heard.
Live life at its fullest, enjoy God’s sweet caress;
He that loves you watches out for your best.
Practice His presence, learn what pleases Him.
Walk in the Spirit as He leads and guides from within.
Take time to worship and sing songs of praise and you will see,
 His strength and His power you receive.
Prepare your heart for change and dedicate your life to serve;
Be also a soul-lover and teach what you have heard,|
Plant seeds of righteousness and seeds of peace too,
And seeds of goodness will grow up inside of you.
Dance like David danced before his King.
Allow the love of Jesus to cause your heart to sing.
Love will pick you up and carry you into eternal-life anew;
To be one forever with Jesus; the Word, that was planted deep in you.

Psalms 149:3
Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.

2 Samuel 6:14
And David danced before the LORD with all his might; and David was girded with a linen ephod.

God in Your Darkest Place By Brenda Drake

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This is today’s Sample Page of my new Daily Devotional God’s Whispers to the Heart! Get your copy in Kindle or Paperback on Amazon ❤

November 25

Whisper: I will never leave or forsake you.

Romans 8:35-39
Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

God in Your Darkest Place

In the saddest place, in the place where terror strikes;
In the darkest place where there seems to be no light;
In the place of mass-destruction where confusion fills the air;
Where nothing seems right and nothing seems fair;
In the greatest valley where the sun does not seem to shine;
Or in the loneliest place you could ever find;
In the place of hard decision where is agony of the soul,
When it seems it is easier to of sanity let go;
The place of heart-break where life is no longer fun;
When the future looks bleak and there is nowhere to run;
In this place or any other, no matter what you feel is true;
Your God has not forsaken or abandoned you.
I AM will take the terrible pain away,
And there will again be sunshine in your day.
Love surrounds, fills, and delivers you; victory is ahead.
Be assured of the great future prepared as you are by the Spirit led.

Lord you are always faithful and my help in times of trouble.