About bigskybuckeye

Born in the Big Sky Country of Montana and now living in the Buckeye State of Ohio, Richard is the creative mind behind Big Sky Buckeye. Retired after 40 years of teaching, I enjoy writing, photography, traveling, and following a healthy lifestyle.

Blessed Glory (Elfchen Series #203)

Love

Darkness

Chasing thee

Seeking salvation’s assurance

Refuge on eagle’s wings

Forgiveness

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Peace

Darkness

Closing in

Storm follows storm

Boarding mercy’s trusted flight

Redemption

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Hope

Darkness

Sent away

Light’s righteousness shines

Heart filled with gratitude

Faithfulness

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From My Journal (5/17)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

With every step taken today, may our thoughts and actions bring praise to God’s glory.

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)

Charles Swindoll Quote

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Instead of living in the grip of fear, held captive by the chains of treason and dread; when we release our preoccupation with worry, we find God’s hand at work on our behalf.

From Ephesians 2:13-14:  “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.  For He is our peace; in His flesh He has made both into one and has broken down the dividing wall, that is, the hostility between us.”

Welcome to My Writer’s Corner

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Writer's Notebook

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.

Featured Post

Each Friday my Christian poetry features short poems, all crafted in the German-inspired style of Elfchen or Elevenie.  As you read each poem, look for the relationship between the first and and last lines.  Thank you for visiting and reading more from “Blessed Glory.”

My writing is supplemented by maintaining an active journal, which gathers thoughts from my Bible reading as well as sampling other bloggers’ posts.  From My Journal contains reflections about faith, life, and community for May 17.

You are invited to read a quote updated on May 17 from thoughts found in the words of American pastor and Christian author Charles Swindoll.  His message encourages today’s walk of faith with the Lord.

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!

Morning’s Freshness

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Morning’s freshness rises

Crooning familiar tune

Harmonizing each voice

Daylight now covers moon

 

Sunrise wakens landscape

Energizing life’s lease

Stirring every creature

Dawn’s breath sharing her peace

 

Robin redbreast flies in

Sharing first taste of spring

Closing winter’s last page

Transition’s chorus sings

 

Timid flora bravely stirs

Pushing up, not by chance

Adding fresh touch of green

Innocent day shall dance

 

Nature’s steady heartbeat

Craving season’s flavor

Looking toward summer

More blessings to savor

 

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From My Journal (5/16)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Today’s rain freshens up the landscape as nature prepares for tomorrow’s grace-filled sunrise.

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 16)

Tennessee Williams Quotes

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Morning can always be counted on to bring us back to a more realistic level.

Life is an unanswered question, but let’s still believe in the dignity and importance of the question.

Tennessee Williams (1911-1983) was an American playwright and screenwriter.  His written contributions to dramatic productions are evident in classics such as “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and “A Streetcar Named Desire.”

Welcoming Place

From Philippians 2:1-2:  “If, then, there is any comfort in Christ, any consolation from love, any partnership in the Spirit, any tender affection and sympathy, make my joy complete:  be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.”

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Living, Messiah breathes

Defeating Calvary’s death

Affirming His Resurrection

Forgiveness fills every breath

 

Witnessing humbleness

Calling believers to serve

Following Savior’s faithful steps

Grace conquers death we deserve

 

Praising faith’s light above

Confessing to Christ, our Lord

Finding hope through redemption’s door

Body of One comes aboard

 

Bending each fearless knee

Grasping depth of Savior’s love

Absorbing His peace through prayer

Spirit descends from above

 

Sharing joy with others

Pouring out His love through grace

Seeing faith’s home through Father’s eyes

Messiah’s welcoming place

 

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From Philippians 2:17-18:  “But even if I am being poured out as a libation over the sacrifice and the service of your faith, I rejoice, and I rejoice together with all of you; in the same way also you should rejoice and rejoice together with me.”

From My Journal (5/15)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The warmth of a morning sunrise opens another heart to our heavenly Father’s love.

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)

Taken From a Church Sign

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When life is not a bed of roses, remember who wore the crown of thorns.

From John 19:1-6:  “Then Pilate took Jesus and had Him flogged.  And the soldiers wove a crown of thorns and put it on His head, and they dressed Him in a purple robe.  They kept coming up to Him, saying, ‘Hail, King of the Jews!’ and striking Him on the face.  Pilate went out again and said to them, ‘Look, I am bringing Him out to you to let you know that I find no case against Him.’  So Jesus came out wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said to them, ‘Behold the man!’  When the chief priests and the police saw Him, they shouted, ‘Crucify Him!  Crucify Him!'”