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Breathe On Me Sweet Breath of the Spirit

Breathe on Me Sweet Breath of the Spirit Breathe on me breath of God Fill me with life anew, That I may love what Thou dost love, And do what thou wouldst do. Robert Jackson Light a sanctuary candle of new fire in me With your breath call up purifying flames Ignite dying embers, not consumed, but set free. Breathe on me sweet breath of the Spirit Send before my steps fiery desert whirlwinds Incandescent fireworks in valley darkness Fan your holy inferno of blazing grace - blessed crosswind. Breathe on me sweet breath of the Spirit. In a fireball transform my fears with your divine fire Burn away impurities leaving only glowing faith That welcomes all to warm beside my hearth - heart's desire. Breathe on me sweet breath of the Spirit. Leave your neon signature emblazoned on my poor heart Luminous conflagration ever warming - a lantern For pilgrims seeking your eternal fire to impart. Breathe on me sweet breath of the Spirit. 8-21-20

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 9/6/2020 3:17:00 PM

This hymn, like It is Well With my Soul, just resonates with me. I loved fleshing out the themes contained in the hymn. Thank you so much for your fav and for your high fives at home plate. I have to admit your favorite line is one of my favorites - not really a surprise!

John Watt

Date: 9/5/2020 7:10:00 PM

Oops, meant to say congrats for your #1 win!

John Watt

Date: 9/5/2020 7:09:00 PM

Another fave from your pen of faith, dear Sam. I just love all the fire/flame/embers/fireworks purifying and providing warmth and light. Your refrain line was so well chosen, and I like how you referenced the beloved hymn at the top. But my favorite line is "Fan your holy inferno of blazing grace - blessed crosswind." This speaks so deeply to me. Crosswind - what a great word! Thanks for the edifying words, dear friend. The wind is really blowing those flags in right field!

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/21/2020 4:23:00 PM

So happy I was led to this tonight. Beautifully written. Very nice Sam! I hope all is well :)

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/22/2020 1:12:00 PM

I am so glad you found this poem. Thank you for your gracious message! I have loved this hymn ever since I first heard it! All is well. We are experiencing smoke and haze from wildfires. Please keep all those effected in your prayers. Hope you are continuing to be well! Sending you blessings!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 8/21/2020 12:16:00 PM

I love the idea of faith's fireball burning away impurities, Sam. The "eternal" fire burns in our hearts. A beautiful testament to your faith! Hugs, Carolyn

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/21/2020 12:25:00 PM

Thank you my friend. I so agree! It took me a while to choose which beloved hymn to use as a base but I kept coming back to Breath on Me - the Spirit whose fire burns but never consumes us. Sending hugs back to you!