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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.

Nourished from Grace

From Ephesians 2:5-7: “Even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved—and raised us up with Him and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the ages to come He might show the immeasurable riches of His grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.“

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Faith’s spirit seeks
Heavenly grace
Distilled through Christ
Love shall embrace

Depths of joy thirst
Touched by His grace
Waters of hope
Christ’s welcome face

Righteousness breathes
Strengthened by grace
Free gift from Christ
Destiny’s place

For each Christian
Peace full of grace
Resume filled
Christ’s risen space

Bountiful feast
Nourished from grace
Truth found in Christ
Finish thy race

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From Ephesians 2:20-21: “Built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the cornerstone; in Him the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord.”

From My Journal (9/27)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When darkness seeks to overpower, God’s grace brightens the Light.

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 September 27)

Amy Carmichael Quote

Courtesy of Pinterest.

Our loving God is not just present, but nearer than the thought can imagine–so near that a whisper can reach Him.

From John 16:13: “When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all the truth, for He will not speak on His own but will speak whatever He hears, and He will declare to you the things that are to come.”

Amy Carmichael (1867-1951) was an Irish-born Christian missionary who served in India for 55 years.

Memories of Backwoods

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Never feeling any shame
Proud of family tree
Born and raised in backwoods
Harmony plays for free

Filled with daily confidence
Travels always remind
Heart remains in backwoods
Throughout each daily grind

Landscape’s refreshing waters
Muted by midnight train
Life wrestles in backwoods
Creeks rise with blessed rain

Sweet corn ready to harvest
Lessons from lifetime’s love
Light searches from backwoods
Sunrise witnessed above

Front porch needs fresh coat of paint
Always be home to thee
Memories of backwoods
Destiny’s breath born free

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From My Journal (9/26)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

We find a special calling when we do not wait to be chosen. We reach out to find our own destiny.

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 September 26)

Abraham Lincoln Quotes

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Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow.

Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.

Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) was the 16th President of the United States.

Savior in Christ (Elfchen Series #306)

Messiah

Witnessing

His flock

Wayward, lost sheep

Father inserts faithful Shepherd

Jesus

Mentor

Teaching

Without rest

Refreshed through prayer

Energized for His ministry

Jesus

Redeemer

Walking

Upon waters

Churning, tumultuous sea

Sharing peace, winds cease

Jesus

From My Journal (9/25)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

May each of us allow God’s grace to keep our own faithful light shining so that others may find their way to Jesus Christ.

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 September 25)

Charles Swindoll Quote

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Serenity is another word for peace; something we all long to have. Where do we find this peace? Peace comes from trusting in God.

From Isaiah 26:3: “Those of steadfast mind You keep in peace, in peace because they trust in You.”

Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.

Truth’s Conscious Stage

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Night vanishes
Dreaming of promised grace
Unfolded from moon’s light
Gratitude’s place

Morning’s darkness
Penetrating with cold
Surrounded without light
Yet, feeling bold

New day begins
Feeling comfort’s sunrise
Thrusted forward with light
Spirit’s franchise

Joy warms each heart
Breathing with renewed hope
Fulfilled with newfound light
View through life’s scope

Tomorrow waits
Drafting another page
Engaged with freshened light
Truth’s conscious stage

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