He Thirsted for Me

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The Lord thirsted for me
To choose to abide,
To pause and linger
At His precious side.
He thirsted for conversation
Having my full attention,
Hanging on every word,
Listening with intention.
He thirsted for my presence,
And to look into my eyes,
To see my inner child smile
With gasps and sighs.
He thirsted to feel me near,
Leaning in awe and wonder,
Resting in the assurance
That none could tear us asunder.
He thirsted for my heart
To shelter His in mine,
To tell me He loves me,
And leaves me peace of mind.

11.20.2021 Saturday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Luke 10,and Beverly and Mark Lowry

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Oceanic Praise

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There is a flowing ebb
Right before my eyes.
It dances with the horizon,
And paints the dramatic skies.
There is a sailing wind
That gusts upon the tide.
It thrusts the raging seas
Into a boisterous ride.
There is a lingering howl
That bemoans the parting moon.
Lulling each bewailing heave
Into a gentle murmuring croon.
How intimate the vast expanse
Offers it’s proper praise
To the Creator of heaven and firmament
Adorned in splendid array.

11.13.2021 Saturday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: whispers of the Holy Spirit

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Summoned Out of the Fire

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Summoned out of the Fire
By the one who threw me in.
God has been walking with me.
He has been my defense.
Though the flames danced around me,
He taught me to dance with Him.
The enemy has exercised power,
But God was more powerful than them.
No stain, no hint, no smell of smoke
Touched me or caused me hurt.
He loosed me from my bondage
Without ever saying a word.
God sent His angel to me
The precious Son of God.
He has summoned the doors to open.
He leads with staff and rod.
The Burning Bush on the Mountain
Is an all Consuming Fire.
He turns the flames of His enemies
Into an ancient pyre.

11.12.20221 Friday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Daniel 3
Hananiah (Shadrach), Mishael (Meshech), Azariah (Abednego), and the Son of God (Jesus)

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My Favorite Revelator

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A God in heaven that revealeth secrets,
To make known what is in man’s heart.
He setteth up His Kingdom,
And tears others apart.
He revealeth true intentions.
He delivers delightful surprises.
He uses dreams to break our pride,
In some our hope arises.
He whispers secrets so personal
He’s jealous to defend.
For if we say a word to others,
It will not make any sense.
He giveth knowledge to the understanding.
He giveth wisdom to the wise.
He is the Light in the darkness.
He opens the blinded eyes.
This same God who loves me,
And whispers which way to go.
I trust Him with my secrets,
And all the things I do not know.

11.11.2021 Thursday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Daniel 2

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Secret Revelation

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The Revealer of Secrets,
That’s definitely You.
You have been so generous
To share some with me too.
Those visions in the night
That disturb the mind,
To awaken so startled.
I hate that kind.
It is a blessing to forget
Whatever was so bad,
But when it haunts you,
It can drive you mad.
Praise You, God, for counsel,
For the Daniels You preserve.
Thank You for their wisdom,
And a heart to serve.
Thank You for the many times
When it’s just us.
I love it when it’s me and You.
I know I can trust.
Thank You for the many dreams
You have reconciled.
Thank You for àll the secrets
That helped me through my trials.
I love the Stone that will be a Great Mountain.
I love the Secret Revelation.
He is my Rock, my Cornerstone,
On which I build my foundation.

11.10.2021 Wednesday.
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A Message Within a Message

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Thy faithful presence fills the pen.
Thy guiding hand designs with ink.
There is a message flowing out
To lift our voices with a shout.
A God creates all that breathes.
He supplies all our needs.
A Shepherd tends to His fold.
He nurtures, feeds, and holds.
A King arrives in straw and hay.
He rides a donkey along the way.
A Lamb lays down to pay the price.
He is the last blood sacrifice.
A Messiah comes to pay the cost.
He lays His life out on the cross.
In the grave He lays three days.
All our sins are washed away.
For He arises on day three,
Defeats the grave, and sets us free.
He goes away to prepare a place.
He leaves us peace, comfort, mercy, and grace.
He’s coming again to make us His own,
To bring us to Father in our new home.
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Grateful for the Holy Spirit

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How grateful I am, God,
For the presence of the Holy Spirit.
How precious is His whisper.
Thank You for letting me hear it.
Thank You for the peace He brings
To every part of my soul.
I cannot control anything,
But am grateful He is in control.
Thank You for being so close
In such a powerfully personal way.
Thank You, Jesus, for the promise
That He came to stay.
Thank You, Holy Spirit, for ministering
To my Jesus and me,
Him in the garden of agony,
And me in all my misery.
Thank You for praying for me,
And teaching me how to trust
That Your prayers are enough,
And that God is just.

11.9.2021 Tuesday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: 1 Samuel 16… Saul

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The Cleansing Sacrifice

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Among You, Moses, the nobles, and elders,
I listen to all the details.
The ark, the tabernacle, the mercy seat,
The fillets, curtains, and veils.
Through measurements and guidance,
You give the instruction,
Along with the significance
Of the specific construction.
With Your chosen people,
You long to commune and abide.
But Holy must not be with unholy.
Uncleanness causes a divide.
You provide a way to be cleansed
Through offering a sacrifice.
The High Priest on the mercy seat
Prepares to pay the price.
Thank You, God, for making a way
To bring us back together.
Jesus became the sacrifice
To unite us forever.

11.8.2021 Monday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Exodus 24-27

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Faithful Promise of Renewal

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My soul is weak,
And it knows it right well.
My failing flesh
Has too much to tell.
But I hope this life You’ve given
Finds praise to sing all day.
You have saved me from
Much more than I can say.
You have taught me discretion,
And that secret strength from You,
Yet have given me wisdom
How to thoughtfully praise too.
So this morning I stop to pause,
And thank You for each save.
Thank You for when You allow me
To be strong and brave.
Thank You for every exit.
Thank You for every escape.
Thank You for healing
Every wound and scrape.
Thank You for Your faithful promise
That one day I’ll be renewed.
Heart, mind, body, and soul
Will only know to praise You.

11.3.2021 Wednesday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Psalms 71-80

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The Value of Obedience

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To obey is a very valuable and personal matter to God.
Sacrifice does not excuse when we do not.
We cannot bless our own behavior.
That is to usurp the authority of the Savior.
We are to wait for God to move or speak.
We cannot let our pride cause us to be weak.
God does not excuse when we rebel, or curse,
Nor disobey His command to follow the purse.
Patience, wisdom, obedience, what golden treasure.
They are what truly bring God pleasure.
If you truly love God as your King,
Wait, trust, and obey in everything.

11.2.2021 Tuesday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: 1 Samuel 13-15

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Journeying Upon Mount Sinai

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Upon Mount Sinai today, Lord,
I’m with Moses and You.
You’re giving him the commandments,
The Do and Don’t Do.
Through Your precious Holy Word,
You have allowed me to be present.
Upon sacred and Holy ground,
You’ve allowed me to enter Your presence.
How much You care for Your people,
To guide and direct in word.
Thank You for allowing my eyes to have seen,
And my ears to have heard.
Thank You for the journey
Today with You and Moses.
Thank You for warning us
Of the thorns among the roses.
Help me, Lord, to faithfully obey
Every word You have shared.
I am grateful for a thoughtful God,
And for a Heavenly Father who cared.

11.1.2021 Monday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Exodus 19-23

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Sounds of God’s Love

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The beauty of a quiet sound
Falling on my ear.
The calm and peaceful moment
My soul delights to hear.
The soft breeze of the day,
The hushed life of creation,
Bring to me the sweetest joy
Of a tender elation.
Lingering in Your afternoon,
I’m grateful for a day of rest.
What a unique gift
To view the moon silently crest.
Evening arrives, bringing the night sky.
It’s time to lay me down and sleep.
For I know the sound love of God
Will watch over His sheep.

10.31.2021 Sunday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: A day of rest in the Lord

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Just Captivity

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How often, Lord, are our enemies
Given strength over us
Because we have turned from You,
And our captivity is just?
How long does the enemy prevail
Because of our ungodly choices?
When we reject the living God,
We soon hear the enemy rejoice.
Our favor is removed,
And the enemy moves in.
How long does it take
For us to see it is our sin?
We cry to the God we’ve forsaken,
And You intentionally do not hear.
You warned us so many times
You would laugh at our fear.
Our bondage is our own doing.
We created the oppression ourselves.
We said we could take care of it.
We did not need Your help.
Our only hope is You are faithful
To pursue us, and restore.
You deliver us from our enemies,
And take Your rightful place as Lord.

10.25.2021 Thursday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Ezekiel 38-48

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Captivating the Captive

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Captivating the Captive

Enemies seem to surround us
All the day long.
Weapons of words and swords,
And bragging they are strong.
The God who sees my every sin,
Sees the sin of every man.
He shakes the enemy of his pride,
And leaves him unable to stand.
God captivates the captive,
And frees him from self.
God only is the stronghold.
God alone can help.
God is a refuge for the displaced,
And a shelter for the weak.
He gladly fellowships with
Those who will seek.
Put your trust in God,
Where hope is not futile.
He longs to hold and nurture
His created child.

10.27.2021 Wednesday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: Psalms 61-70

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One True King

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How sad when a testimony leads astray
Those led by it all the way.
Losing a leader causes fear.
“What if we have no one! Oh, Dear!”
We plot, discuss, and plan.
Our heart’s desire is to trust in man.
We place our faith in one man’s strength,
To provide, to fight, to be our defense.
We forget the God who gave us life,
Who saves us from our daily strife.
He nurtures, listens, and forgives.
We could never give back all He gives.
The One True King of all the earth
Has loved us from the day of our birth.
He is present and near, strong to lead.
He is capable of all we need.
May You find us faithful, Our Heavenly King.
We trust in You with everything.

10.26.2021 Tuesday
Written by Gail Brookshire
Inspiration: 1 Samuel 8-12

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