Tag The Word of God

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.

Precious Seed in Earthen Vessels By Brenda Drake

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This is a poem from my soon to be released book on Amazon Love Makes a Way.

When we begin to think little of ourselves it is good to remember how valuable we are in the eyes of our heavenly Father.  He sent Jesus to earth to die for you and me.  When we have accepted His provision we are one with Him and are now His precious seeds.

Precious Seed in Earthen Vessels

Precious seed in an earthen vessel was placed,
There is no greater example of amazing grace.
Amazing is this fact but more amazing is the plan;
The enormity of its wisdom, and the far-reach of its hand.
Jesus the Son of God was into His creation formed;
Fully God, but fully man in the earth realm born.
Precious seed in an earthen vessel placed,
In wonder is the thought when truth is embraced.
What kind of love is this that has been done?
God is born to be the sacrifice for all who would come.
Holy precious seed of life placed flesh within;
Born to grow up to die for all man’s sin.
But when He rose from the tomb that day,
He took the sting of death away.
For those who will the truth know,
For those who will accept His provision for their soul,
Precious seed enters and another wonder takes place.
You are born anew… such amazing grace.

John 17:21
That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.

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.

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 and 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 when 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.

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!

Dictate to Your Mind By Brenda Drake

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.With all that is going on in our upside-down world it is wise to take care of what we allow to fill our thoughts, God’s Word has given us good advise…Think on things good. God is Good.

Philippians 4:8 
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Dictate to Your Mind
By Brenda Drake

Dictate to your mind what is good and what needs left behind.
Be the boss or things unwise will fill your thoughts and time.
Be strong against evil…in Jesus name pray.
The Word of God proclaimed keeps the enemy away.
Be adamant and persistent in your toil;
Your reward is thoughts unsoiled.
Think on things lovely; bathe in its splendor and light,
And your heart will find great delight and insight.
Choose love over hatred, freely forgive one another;
The day will pass filled with new joy discovered.
Set your face to do this shown to you.
Make haste and others will follow the way right too.
Be like a warden that keeps peace within,
And you find rest in whatever situation you are in.
Keep your eyes on Jesus; sing long and loud His praise,
And His joy will indeed flood over you in all your ways.

Psalms 119:112
I have inclined mine heart to perform thy statutes alway, even unto the end.

Ephesians 4:23
And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;

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.