Mustard seed

Mustard Seed

A poem by Brooklyne Elysse 

I'm the kind of girl who needs parables

I need a story with a message

Something to relate to

Give me a mustard seed

I'm the kind of girl who needs to see

The moving of mountains

My faith is weak

Give me a mustard seed 

I'm the kind of girl who needs grace 

The proof of God's hand moving

To believe in His miracles 

Give me a mustard seed

I'm the kind of girl who tries on her own

Before coming to my knees 

Take my fear, worry, anxiety 

Give me a mustard seed

I'm the kind of girl who needs Jesus

But tries too hard to be worthy

When all I need is to come, as I am

To have F A I T H as a mustard seed

Matthew 17:20,21 "So Jesus said to them, "Because of your unbelief; for assuredly, I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you wills to this mountain, 'Move form here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you. However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting."

Faith as a mustard seed. It is my hope that this is our prayer today. 

What is a way to grow our faith? Even a small amount of faith can do big things. Comment below! 

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse 

Memorial Day Poem

Today is Memorial Day. It is a day of remembrance to the military men and women who served in the United States of America. A time to remember those who lost their lives serving our country.

I am re-re-posting a poem I wrote in 2018 for Memorial Day (revised version.) I have posted this on the blog each Memorial Day, and it has become a tradition.  

Let Us Remember

Written by Brooklyne

Let us remember 

The ones who taught

Let us remember 

The ones who fought

Marching proud for the U.S.A

Let us remember 

The ones who braved 

Let us remember 

The ones who saved

Fighting for the land of the free

Let us remember 

The ones who doctored 

Let us remember

The many who died 

For the freedom of our country

Let us remember

The ones who stayed

Let us remember 

The ones who prayed

On their knees for the battlefield 

Let us remember 

The ones who trained

Let us remember 

The ones in pain

Making a noble sacrifice 

Let us remember 

The ones who never forget

Let us remember 

The ones the battles blow hit

For our home of the free is because of the brave 

Let us remember 

The One who is true

Let us remember 

The One who brought us through

Victory is In God We Trust

1 John 5:4

"For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. 

And this is the victory 

that has overcome the world- our faith.

What were your plans over Memorial Day weekend? What's your favorite Memorial Day song? What do you think, is it a good idea to make this poem a tradition on Showers of Blessings? 

Comment below!

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse

Rise Up // Poem

"Rise Up"

By Brooklyne Elysse 

I admit defeat.

Closing my eyes, trying to block 

Block out the hurt

I sink to the cold floor

Shoulders slouched, hiding in my shell

A shell that didn't save me

From the harshness

Like I wish it had

Times like these

I feel so worthless, forgotten about

Small

Unnoticed 

Overlooked

But there You saw me

Small

Unnoticed 

Overlooked 

You saw me in a new light

Chosen 

Valued 

Important 

Cherished

You saw me when I was at my lowest point

And You told me to Rise Up

So I did, because what else was I to do?

I Lift my head and let Your amazing grace 

Fill my broken and shattered being

Melting the shame

Vanishing the fear

Healing the pain

You gave me the strength to Rise Up

And now, because of where I have been 

I can see Your hand all along

Out of that dark place, I can see my struggle

With a new light

For the struggle hasn't changed 

It is I who has changed

Once believing in the lies

 You found me, You saw me 

You gave me the will to Rise Up

With wings like eagles

The hope of tomorrow is now today

And now, it's my turn 

To help lift others

This is a poem about how the areas in our lives that seem dark, seem broken, seem doomed. How they can be seen in a new light. A light that says the battle is not over. A light that says you can overcome. You can overcome by rising up. And you will see that there is amazing grace to be found.

Do you ever write poems that tell a story? What story do you see in this poem that you can apply to your life? Comment below! 

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse

It Changes Things

It Changes Things 

By Brooklyne Elysse 

Prayer

An act of Faith

An act of Trust

An act of Reliance

An act of Surrender 

An act of Concern 

An act of Hope 

An act of Praise 

An act of Relief 

An act of Joy

An act of Healing 

An act of LOVE

~*~

Prayer

It changes things 

Prayer

Faith in a living God

Trust in His Will

Reliance on His strength 

Surrender to self

Concern on behalf of others

Hope in miracles 

Praise for answers 

Relief when His hand is working 

Joy for God's goodness 

Healing for our brokenness, illness

Love for He overcomes 

~*~

Prayer

It changes things

Prayer 

It's what we cling to

When "things happen"

It's what brings us 

Together in trials 

It's what we need to have 

A relationship with our Father

It's what we can do when 

There is nothing else to be done

~*~

Prayer 

It changes things 

Do you have any stories on how Prayer has changed things? How can I be praying for you?

If y'all could keep my Nannie in your prayers... thank you. 

Also, the Q&A giveaway is still going on, to enter, comment on THAT post with three question for me.

Many Blessings, 
Brooklyne Elysse 

Such Great Faith Part 2

Last June, I posted a poem that told a story. Click HERE to read it. 

Today's poem is part 2 in this mini blog series. 

This poem is inspired Matthew 9:18-27 and Mark 5:22-43.

Such Great Faith 2 

Written by Brooklyne Elysse

The Son of God spoke 

Those around Him questioned 

But Jesus’s words could not be debated 

A ruler who’s faith saved his daughter 

A ruler who worshiped 

A ruler who had such great faith 

A woman who needed healing

A woman who was desperate  

A woman who had such great faith 

Ruler 

I opened the door to find the Man sitting 

With tax collectors and sinners 

The Man who was my last hope

For I had heard He could raise the dead 

I know deep down that He can bring 

My little daughter back to life 

I humbled myself before Him and begged earnestly 

Worshiping the Son of God 

Saying, “My little daughter lies at the point of death.

Come and lay Your hands on her, that she may be healed,

And she will live.”

So Jesus came, followed by many

I stopped my speedy walk when the Man halts 

The crowd heavily surrounded us in the suffocating heat 

“Who touched My clothes?” Jesus asked

I see a woman come trembling forward, fear stricken 

But He said, “Daughter your faith had made you well.

Go in peace and be healed of your affliction.”

I wondered if He would do the same for my own daughter 

But as the Man spoke, a messenger came to me

“Your daughter is dead. Why trouble the Teacher any further.”

I was devastated, but Jesus came to me and said,

“Do not be afraid; only believe.” 

And so I chose to have faith and believe 

I come to my house filled with mourners and wailing 

Jesus asked them why they were going on so

“The child is not dead, but sleeping.” 

I entered with them to where my daughter lay 

And watched as Jesus took her limp hand in His

“Little girl, I say to you, arise.” 

I was overcome with great amazement 

My daughter was alive! 

My heart leapt with joy 

As I watched my daughter become well again

Never would I forget this moment 

What kind of Man performed miracles such as this? 

Only the Son of God, the Healer, the Savior of the World. 

What is a miracle that Jesus performed in the Bible that stands out the most to you? What about a miracle that happened in your life? Comment below! 

A Fire That Cannot Burn // A Poem

Good afternoon, lovelies! I wrote this poem for a contest a while back, but thought I'd share it today.

A Fire That Cannot Burn

Written by Brooklyne 

Rejoice still

Though hardships engulf 

As a searing flame

She will not let that stop her 

For no one can take away

Her joyful noise 

Shine on, friend!

Rejoice still

Though sorrows cloud

As a thick smoke

She will not let that hold her back

For no one can halt

Her song of praise

Shine on, friend! 

Rejoice still 

Though pain scorches 

As the heat of a furnace 

She will not let that hinder her light 

For no one can ever pause 

Her sweet melody

Shine on, friend!

Rejoice still

Though depression threatens to overtake

As a lit match not yet smoldered

She will not let that consume her joy 

For no one can put to an end 

Her contagious song

Shine on, friend! 

Rejoice still

Though lies flicker 

As a uncontrollable spark

She will not let that make her give up

For no one can discourage 

Her shout of victory 

Shine on, friend

Rejoice still

Though dusty ashes remain

As a silent reminder

She will not let that scare her off

For no one 

Can stop her now

Shine on, friend! 

James 1:2-4

"My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have it's perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. 

Exodus 3:2
"And the Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire from the midst of a bush. So he looked, and behold, the bush was burning with fire, but the bush was not consumed."

Let this poem serve as a reminder that fires can either burn us or refine us. Let us choose to shine on, despite the difficulties we face. 

<<<Thoughts on this poem? Let me hear them in the comments below! >>> 

P.S. If you haven't made a assumption about me yet, head over to this post and assume something because I'm going to do a "Answering Assumptions" post soon!!! 

Only in You, LORD // A Poem

Only in You, LORD 

Written by Brooklyne

Though mountains shake

And rivers rage

I will not break

I’ve found courage

Only in You, LORD

I cannot conquer

I cannot succeed 

I cannot become stronger

I cannot be freed 

Without you, LORD

Though nights are tough

Peace is rare among worries 

Facades harder to bluff

I can rise above the flurries 

Only in You, LORD

I cannot survive 

I cannot bond 

I cannot thrive

I cannot go on

Without You, LORD

Though I sink and slide

The slippery slope

Where darkness will hide

I place my hope

Only in You, LORD

I cannot grow

I cannot fly

I cannot bestow

I cannot try

Without You, LORD

Though I am weak
You are teaching me
To ask and seek
To knock and believe 
Only in You, LORD

Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Have you been going though a time in your life where you need to rely on God's strength to get you through? If so, know I am praying for you! I hope this poem was able to encourage you today! 

I Will Lift My Eyes // A Poem

I Will Lift My Eyes

Written by Brooklyne 

I will lift my eyes 

To the hills 

From whence comes my help?

My help comes

From the Lord 

Who made heaven and earth. 

I will lift my eyes 

To the One

Who is sovereignty 

For God has 

Supreme power

And shows loving kindness 

I will lift my eyes

To the heights 

For if God is for me

Who shall be 

Against me?

God has already won

I will lift my eyes

To Jesus 

The lamb of God who

Undeservingly  

Was slain for me 

A selfless sacrifice 

I will lift my eyes 

To my Savior 

Who rescues and saves

The weak, frail 

And weary 

He’s my anchor in the storm 

I will life my eyes 

From the waves 

And the wind so fierce 

For greater Hands 

Hold me than 

That which is in the world 

I will life my eyes 

To the Lord 

My Heavenly Father

Prince of Piece 

Deliverer 

From whence comes my help!

Psalm 121:1,2 NKJV

"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-- From whence comes my help? 

My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth."

Sometimes I forget to "lift my eyes" to Jesus from all my worries and troubles. It's easy to get so absorbed in life happenings to forget to look up and know that God has already won the victory! This poem is to serve as a reminder to keep our eyes on Jesus amidst the storms in our life, He will never let you down. 

This poem reminded me of this song ^^ and I thought I would included it in today's post!  

What did you think of this poem? Was there a verse that stood out to you in some way? Have you heard the song "Look Up Child" by Lauren Daigle before? What are some ways that we can focus on Jesus more, and our worries less? I'll see you in the comments below! 

~~~ 
(P.S. HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY TOMORROW! 
Check out last years Forth of July post HERE! And if you want, bake that cake I shared the recipe for... it's worth it, trust me! *winks*)

Exodus 3:14 // A Poem

Exodus 3:14 

Written by Brooklyne 

I AM WHO I AM 

Why do you question My abilities?

Why do you make excuses for yourselves?

Will you not do as I ask you to do?

I AM WHO I AM 

Here is the sign you so unfaithfully asked for

A burning bush and a serpent rod

Now do you see, for I AM? 

I AM WHO I AM 

And yet you still are unsure

Will you believe after I give and heal your leprosy? 

Will you believe if I turn water to blood?

I AM WHO I AM 

Speak, for I will give you words

Be bold, for I am with you

Obey Me, for I AM

I AM WHO I AM 

You say you do not speak well

But who has made your mouth? 

Go, I will teach you what to say

I AM WHO I AM

Oh Ye of little faith

I ask for you to be apart of My plan

My plans will always prevail, for I AM

I AM who I AM 

Go and have faith

Believe in Me

For I AM WHO I AM!

Exodus 3:14 NKJV

“And God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM.’ And He said, 'Thus you shall say to the children of Israel, 'I AM has sent me to you.'" 

I wrote this poem when I was struggling with God just like Moses was in Exodus chapter three. Moses kept voicing excuses and doubts when God was right there, performing miracles and signs. Even though Moses saw God's power first hand, he still complained and finally asked God to find someone else to do the work that He wanted him to do. 

Eventually, Moses came around and did the work. But reading those passages in the Bible one night, I was like "Come on, Moses. What's it going to take for get you to trust in God's plan? He has already done so many amazing signs, why are you being so stubborn about this? God told you that He was going to be with you, and you still doubt... seriously??" 

And as soon as I thought these things about Moses, I realized that I myself have a lot in common with him. When God asks me to do something, or maybe He only asks of me to wait, I complain and doubt. Yes, I am very much so like Moses. I doubt in God's plan for me. I doubt even though I know He is all-mighty. I doubt even though I see his miracles.

So how do we overcome our own doubt and fear in God's plan? Good question, I wish I knew the answer too it, but what I do know that we have to go to God and be real with Him. I think we have to lay everything (our fears, worries, excuses, etc.) out on the table and let Him help us. We can't do it on our own.

Today, that is my goal, to complain about my worries LESS, and to trust Him with them MORE. Who's with me?? 

Could you relate to this poem? Has God ever asked you to do something you didn't feel like you could, or wanted too? What did you think of the song I included? 

Talk to me in the comments! (P.S. This is my 80th post!!! Any ideas to celebrate when I reach my 100th post??)