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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.

From My Journal (6/12)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Even when the waves of darkness are poised to crash upon us, God’s faithfulness fills our hope.

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 June 12)

Charles Stanley Quote

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When fear begins to sink in, I pray harder, study longer, and read my Bible more closely.  God wants to cast out the fear and doubt in your life.

From Psalm 27:1:  “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?  The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”

Broken, Yet Chosen

From Psalm 51:17:  “The sacrifice acceptable to God is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.”

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Broken, yet chosen

Each doubt overcome

Following Jesus

Mercy’s sacred drum

 

Every believer

Jesus commissions

Making disciples

Spirit-led missions

 

God choreographs

Gospel-filled verses

Outlining faith’s map

Sin’s path reverses

 

Blessed tomorrow

One empty heart waits

Filling with Jesus

Shepherd opens gate

 

Hand-picked by Savior

Together as one

Stirring grace within

Eternity’s sun

 

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From Matthew 28:19-20:  “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you.  And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

From My Journal (6/11)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Christ’s love supports and encourages our faith through His transforming actions.

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 June 11)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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God never gives us anything accidental.  Nothing is easier than getting into a right relationship with God except when it is not God whom you want but only what He gives.

From Jeremiah 45:5:  “And you, do you seek great things for yourself?  Do not seek them, for I am going to bring disaster upon all flesh, says the Lord, but I will give you your life as a prize of war in every place to which you may go.”

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.

Trivia’s Facts and More (6/10)

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This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing.  You are invited to participate with the opening question.

Brain Teaser Question

All of Mary’s cousins have an Aunt Lucille, but Mary does not.  How can that be?

(answer found at the end of this post)

Featured Facts

The largest member of the North American deer family is the moose.  With a weight of up to 2,000 pounds for a male bull, it is easy to understand that a moose may eat up to 45 pounds of food per day.

Here are some quick facts about the moose: 

  • Habitat:  grasslands and waterways of Alaska, Canada, northern U.S., Rocky Mountains
  • Top speed:  35 mph
  • Diet:  marsh plants, leaves, branches, twigs
  • Average lifespan:  10-20 years

A bull moose loses its antlers around November, but they will grow back (usually even bigger) during the following spring.  These broad antlers can sometimes spread as wide as six feet (two meters).  

Moose adapt to waterways’ habitat where there is an ample supply of marsh plants.  Being good swimmers, they can stay underwater for up to a minute while searching for something to eat.

Moose generally live in regions where winter snow will cover the ground.  They endure snow and cold quite well.  Despite poor eyesight, they are still able to track predators because of their excellent sense of smell and hearing.

left:  bull with impressive spread of antlers.  right:  cow feeding in pond.  (courtesy of pinterest)

 

Answer to Brain Teaser Question

Lucille is Mary’s mother.

From My Journal (6/10)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Even the smallest, faithful light can guide others to follow.

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 June 10)

F. Scott Fitzgerald Quotes

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Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.

There is no confusion like the confusion of a simple mind.

F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940) was an American novelist and short story writer.  Much of his best writing occurred during the Jazz Age, with THE GREAT GATSBY being recognized as his best work.

Heavenly Witness (Elfchen Series #156)

Affirming

Nourishing

Inner self

Unconditional love received

Running toward sustaining light

Grace

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Defining

Precious

Daily moments

Prayer sharpens focus

Faith connects with Scripture

Journey

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Rising

Challenges

Weaknesses transformed

Trust strengthens endurance

Heart overflows with joy

Overcome

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From My Journal (6/9)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The Lord encourages us daily to share our faith through our words and actions.  May these bless another with a tender slice of His 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 June 9)