High standards can be contagious. But it doesn’t necessarily happen through osmosis.
Just as love is a verb, so is faith.
Nannie Helen Burroughs (1879-1961) was an American educator and religious leader.
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Monday Memories: Keep It Simple
From Proverbs 15:15: “All the days of the poor are hard, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.”
Life draining, more exhausted each day
Skies and mind, filling with darkest gray
Feet feeling locked, stuck in deepest mud
Fear turns on its spigot, now a flood
Advice shouts from all comers, all sides
Inner soul overwhelmed, faith divides
Daily walk, no longer stunning bright
Chaos reigns, becoming lasting night
Seasoned man, parked at Main Street’s corner
Life hits pause, who is this foreigner?
His thoughts and words, simple in their task
Holy Spirit reaches, to unmask
Keep it simple, fill your life with love
God’s peace, bringing comfort from above
In an instant, the wise sage departs
Night transforms to day, love fills this heart
From 1 John 5:3-4: “ For the love of God is this, that we obey His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome, for whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith.”
Originally published November, 2020.
From My Journal (6/16)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
It’s refreshing how a simple pause in one’s day offers an open door when one needs it most.
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 16)
Thomas Watson Quote
Faith believes as if it did not work, and it works as if it did not believe.
From 1 Corinthians 3:8: “The one who plants and the one who waters have one purpose, and each will receive wages according to their own labor.”
Thomas Watson (1620-1686) was an English Puritan preacher and Christian author.
Redeeming Love
From Isaiah 40:10-11: “See, the Lord God comes with might, and His arm rules for Him; His reward is with Him and His recompense before Him. He will feed his flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs in His arms and carry them in His bosom and gently lead the mother sheep.”
Father’s passionate plan
His mercy offers one way
Defeating darkness of sin
Sheep shall no longer stray
Father’s earthly descent
Love bears mankind’s salvation
Shepherd leads those lost to peace
Faith grows hope’s foundation
Father’s redeeming love
Unconditional with grace
Calvary bearing man’s debts
Resurrection’s birthplace
Father’s ultimate deed
Tomorrow offering light
Spirit leading as Christ’s guide
Transgressions colored white
Father’s forgiving breath
Savior’s search will never end
Wayward return to His voice
Disciples, He now sends
From Hebrews 13:20-21: “Now may the God of peace, who brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, make you complete in everything good so that you may do His will, as He works among us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory forever.”
From My Journal (6/15)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
God’s expression of love creates a relationship like none other.
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 15)
Henri Nouwen Quote
Joy is the experience of knowing that you are unconditionally loved.
From John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world but in order that the world might be saved through Him.”
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch priest, professor, writer, and theologian.
Trivia’s Facts and More (6/14)
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Brain Teaser Question
What has 13 hearts, but no other organs?
(answer found at the end of this post)
Featured Facts
In North America, the largest member of the weasel family is the large and ferocious wolverine.
Here are a few interesting facts about the wolverine:
- Habitat: cold northern latitudes, high altitude timberland
- Length: 26-40 inches (bushy tail adds another 5-10 inches)
- Weight: 18-40 pounds (males are larger than females)
- Longevity: 7-10 years in the wild (up to 17 years in captivity)
The North American range of the wolverine extends from the Sierra Nevada Mountains into the northern Cascade Range of Washington, as well as the northern and southern Rocky Mountains of Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. The species is dependent on winter habitat in areas with deep snowpack. This leads to more food sources as the wolverine lives and survives in these harsh conditions.
A mature male resembles a small bear with a bushy tail. With a coarse-hair coat and blackish brown color, it is easy to see how many people view a wolverine with a mistaken identity. A wolverine’s appearance features a brown stripe, which extends from the neck to the base of the tail. These unique animals are sometimes called skunk bear, woods devil, and nasty cat.
A wolverine is a solitary, nocturnal hunter. Each preys upon smaller mammals such as porcupines, rabbits, rodents, and squirrels. Some may invite themselves to a dinner of carrion (dead animal flesh) from moose, deer, and domesticated animals. Common predators of wolverines include pumas, bears, wolves and humans. Golden eagles will sometimes pursue young kits.
The life cycle of wolverines begins with male and female courtship during May to August. Males are polygamous so they will mate with several females. Females will give birth to a litter of one to five kits, and they will raise them without any help from males. A common birthing den is usually dug into and hidden under winter’s deep snow.
top row: showing off its bushy tail, close-up of one innocent face, female with pair of kits. bottom row: on the move during winter, pair of young kits, how ferocious can I look. (Courtesy of Pinterest)
Answer to Brain Teaser Question
A deck of cards.
From My Journal (6/14)
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From Big Sky Buckeye
With every breath taken, the world needs to exhale more kindness.
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 14)
Mark Twain Quotes
Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.
Never allow someone to be your priority while allowing yourself to be their option.
Mark Twain (1835-1910) was an American author and humorist. He has often been praised as one of America’s greatest humorists, and American writer William Faulkner called him “the father of American Literature.”
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