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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 Christian poem opens an avenue into a Gospel-filled journey.  Thank you for stopping by, and you are encouraged to read more from Spirit Stirs Within.

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 May 13.

You are invited to read a quote, updated on May 13 which features inspiration from the words of American Christian evangelist Billy Graham.  His thoughts share an inspirational message about a believer’s relationship with God.

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!

Provisions Provided

From 2 Timothy 3:16-17:  “All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that the person of God may be proficient, equipped for every good work.”

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Embarking on faith’s journey

Peace nourished through God’s light

Provisions provided

Holy Spirit in flight

 

Marking life’s daily pathway

Hope’s goodness raised in Christ

Darkness buried by light

Through body sacrificed

 

Embracing Christ’s instructions

Scripture inspired by God

Righteousness fills each heart

Outlook no longer flawed

 

Leaving us in Spirit’s hands

Christ prepares Heaven’s home

Power received through grace

Peace restored, freedom roams

 

Welcoming presence of Christ

Truth rising at sunrise

Nourished through faithfulness

Redemption’s final prize

 

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From 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24:  “May the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely, and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.  The one who calls you is faithful, and He will do this.”

From My Journal (5/17)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The source of life’s provisions rests with the blessings of our Creator.

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 17)

A. B. Simpson Quote

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It is His joy that remains in us that makes our joy full.

From Romans 15:13:  “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

A. B. (Albert Benjamin) Simpson (1843-1919) was a Canadian-born pastor, theologian, and Christian author.  He founded the Christian and Missionary Alliance.

Heavenly Blessings (Elfchen Series #297)

Healed

Reaching

Beyond shadows

Hardened heart restored

Walking in Father’s light

Salvation

Pardoned

Accepting

Father’s mercy

Heart’s rhythm cleansed

Each transgression blotted out

Forgiveness

Restored

Creating

Enlightened heart

Spirit refreshes thee

Father heals faith’s fabric

Peace

From My Journal (5/15)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Submission fills one’s heart with the Savior’s love, and His light fills life’s thoughts and actions with righteousness.

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 15)

Sheila Walsh Quote

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God’s faithfulness and grace make the impossible possible.

From 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5:  “But the Lord is faithful; He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.  And we have confidence in the Lord concerning you, that you are doing and will go on doing the things that we command.  May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.”

Sheila Walsh (born 1956) is a Scottish-born, American contemporary Christian vocalist.  Her journey has also taken her into writing, speaking, and evangelizing.  

Spirit Stirs Within

From Matthew 5:1-3:  “When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him.  And He began to speak and taught them, saying:  ‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.'”

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Christ’s devotion to teaching sprouts

Spirit stirs within, reaching out

 

God’s people face darkness and mourn

Jesus rises, mercy reborn

 

Humbleness fills each grateful heart

Jesus delivers life’s fresh start

 

Righteousness quenches every thirst

Jesus fills hunger, love immersed

 

Forgiveness offers Living Bread

Jesus leaves Spirit in His stead

 

Purity in heart brings God near

Jesus offers breath of grace to steer

 

Peace sown in trusting hearts of man

Jesus offers hope from God’s own plan

 

Children of God shall overcome

Jesus blesses kingdom to come

 

Christ’s motivations never cease

Spirit’s fruits cherish joy-filled peace

 

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From Matthew 5:6:  “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”

From My Journal (5/13)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Life’s daily circumstances are destined to raise up opportunities for spiritual growth.

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 13)

Billy Graham Quote

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We are never more fulfilled than when our longing for God is met by His presence in our lives.

From Psalm 16:11:  “You show me the path of life.  In your presence there is fullness of joy; in your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”

Billy Graham (1918-2018) was an American Christian evangelist.