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Do you enjoy writing or reading poetry?  Most of the posts on Big Sky Buckeye are filled with poetry, but I also share short stories, photography, and a few surprises along the way.  You are invited to sit a spell and find something you like.  I enjoy sharing my curiosity through my writing.  You are welcome to like, comment, follow, share, or reblog a post.

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Today’s faith-based poem is filled with themes about the second coming of Jesus Christ.  Thank you for stopping by, and you are encouraged to read more from Shall Come Again.

My writing is supplemented by maintaining an active journal, which gathers thoughts from my Bible reading as well as sampling other bloggers’ posts.  Daily entries found in From My Journal contain reflections about faith, life, and community for April 30.

You are invited to read a quote, updated on April 30 which features inspiration from the words of Norwegian economist and diplomat Dag Hammarskjold.  His reflections praise the enduring spirit of our heavenly Father.

Here’s my Baker’s Dozen, featuring 13 of my recent writings from the past couple of weeks.  Each post is linked to take you right to its location.  Other poems, short stories, and feature writings can be found in the archives (found at the top of the page), which will be updated frequently with past selections.  Enjoy!

Pilgrim’s Maturity (Elfchen Series #296)

Reflections Illuminated

Heartfelt

Christian faith

Walking with Jesus

Embraced in mercy’s light

Enthusiasm

Serenity Assured

Peaceful

Heavenly tides

Offering of grace

Comforted through Savior’s love

Witness

Transformation Energized

Contagious

In spirit

Softening hardened heart

Christ in every breath

Faith

From My Journal (5/1)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The more often we accept the nourishment of Christ’s living bread, we experience faith’s maturity filled with deepest grace.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated May 1)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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Jesus Christ was always consistent to God, and the Christian must be consistent to the life of the Son of God in him, not consistent to hard and fast creeds.

From Luke 14:27:  “Whoever does not carry the cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.”

Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher.  Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons.  Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST.  I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.

Shall Come Again

From Lamentations 3:22-24:  “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.  ‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in Him.'”

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Eternity’s light

Shall never dim

Remember Calvary

Tomb emptied of Him

 

Raking through ashes

Ember’s flame used

Faith in Gospel rises

Memories infused

 

Prayers of witness

God’s promised Word

Trust in faith’s nourishment

Every whisper heard

 

Joy’s breath coming back

Light full of grace

Spirit always present

Hope fills welcome place

 

Christ reigns forever

Shall come again

With Heaven’s ticket punched

Only He knows when

 

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From Isaiah 60:1:  “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

From My Journal (4/29)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we surrender ourselves to Jesus, we begin our faith journey in His light.  We never return to our former selves, filled with darkness.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated April 29)

Dag Hammarskjold Quote

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For what has been, thanks!  For what shall be, yes!

From Proverbs 24:14:  “Know that wisdom is such to your soul; if you find it, you will find a future, and your hope will not be cut off.”

Dag Hammarskjold (1905-1961) was a Swedish economist and diplomat.  He served as the second Secretary-General of the United Nations (1953-1961).

Monday Memories: Promises

From the words of American pastor and Christian teacher, Charles Stanley:  “When we trust God to provide the stamina for the work He calls us to do, we are clothed in power.”

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Walking these roads for so long

Sin short-circuits dusty steps

Trust’s gauge running on empty

Darkness knocking at doorstep

 

Facing life’s tall shortcomings

Empty promises sell short

Holy Spirit calling now

Time to seek Father’s support

 

Hearing faithful promises

His Spirit brings fortitude

Truly believe, seeking Him

Bread of Life, God’s daily food

 

Turning to Jesus Christ

Living water quenches thirst

Savior clothes with grace-filled love

His promises, always first

 

Strengthening life’s weaknesses

Holy promises bring light

Eyes open, hearts enlightened

New life trusts in Father’s might

 

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From Luke 24:49:  “And see, I am sending upon you what my Father promised; so stay here in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”

Originally published February, 2021.

From My Journal (4/27)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

One’s nurturing relationship with the Lord opens a trusted window to witness faith’s promised avenue.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated April 27)

Leo Buscaglia Quote

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Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.

From Isaiah 26:3-4:  “Those of steadfast mind You keep in peace, in peace because they trust in You.  Trust in the Lord forever, for in the Lord God you have an everlasting rock.”

Leo Buscaglia (1924-1998) was an American author and motivational speaker.