Obstacles ahead
Shading vision from darkness—
Coming into light
Bumpy road jumps up
Watch out . . . another crater—
Changing tire again
“Things” lose their luster
Instead, heart swells with people—
Living simple life
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Another blessed sunrise shares our Creator’s light for a new day.
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 3)
All it takes is just a little change of perspective and you begin to see a whole new world.
We each see the world in our own way. That’s what makes it such a special place.
Bob Ross (1942-1995) was an American painter and art instructor. He served as television host of “The Joy of Painting” on PBS from 1983-1994.
From Mark 11:23: “Truly I tell you, if you say to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and if you do not doubt in your heart, but believe that what you say will come to pass, it will be done for you.”
Life facing complex, hurting world
Rugged mountain peaks, blocking us
Never be in doubt, but believe
Accepting God’s grace, ride His bus
Immovable mountains stand tall
Remaining steadfast in prayer
Requiring faith in our Father
He watches over our welfare
Lacking faith, walking in darkness
Our Father sends His lasting grace
Prepared and willing to assist
His energy, ready to embrace
God seeks men and women of faith
Follow His Word, forever speaks
For our Lord’s glory and kingdom
Trusting Him, tackling mountain peaks
Believe totally in the Lord
Walking in faithfulness each day
Our faith moves our Father to act
Thanks be to God, He shows the way!
From the words of American pastor and author, E. M. Bounds: “Only God can move mountains, but faith and prayer can move God.”
Originally published November, 2020.
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While God teaches us to allow faith to nourish our patience, He welcomes our excitement in walking with Him.
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 2)
The greatness of a man’s power is the measure of his surrender.
From Matthew 11:28: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”
William Booth (1829-1912) was an English preacher; who along with his wife, Catherine, founded the Salvation Army.
From Lamentations 3:22-24: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. ‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in Him.'”
Enemy only brings
Darkness upon thee
Emptiness clings
Again, lost at sea
Trapped in wilderness maze
No escape for thee
Sun’s missing rays
What does Spirit see?
God’s arrow finds its mark
Peace comes upon thee
Redemption’s ark
His Word’s faithful key
Salvation’s open gate
Savior’s love for thee
Mercy’s soulmate
Evil’s breath now flees
Bethlehem’s blessed light
Shineth upon thee
Hope taking flight
Praying on both knees
Freedom from heavy chains
Sins’ debts paid for thee
Christ shoulders pain
Grace forever free
From Lamentations 3:55-57: “I called on Your name, O Lord, from the depths of the pit; You heard my plea, ‘Do not close Your ear to my cry for help, but give me relief!’ You came near when I called on You; You said, ‘Do not fear!'”
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God’s ever-present grace fills every drop of peace from a cleansing rain.
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 1)
The best place to start doing life with God is in small moments.
From Psalm 33:18-19: “Truly the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His steadfast love, to deliver their soul from death and to keep them alive in famine.”
John Ortberg (born 1957) is an American pastor as well as a Christian author and speaker.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
A butcher stands six feet and one inch tall and wears size 12 shoes. What does he weigh?
(answer found at the end of this post)
Wisconsin enters the American Union as the 30th state on May 29, 1848. There is much to embrace from the heart of “America’s Dairyland.”
Here are a few interesting facts about Wisconsin:
Wisconsin’s nickname is not related to the animal. Rather, early prospectors find shelter in a mine’s tunnels much like badgers. The oldest city is Green Bay, which is settled in 1634 by French explorer Jean Nicolet. He establishes a small trading post along Lake Michigan.
Wisconsin’s land size is similar to the American state of Georgia as well as the country of Tunisia. As evidence of the most recent period of glacial activity, the state’s land area features over 15,000 lakes. Lake Winnebago is the largest while the Wisconsin River flows as the state’s longest. Natural borders include Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, and the Mississippi River.
Visitors to the Badger State have been fascinated with many attractions. The Wisconsin Dells is a popular themed water park. Belmount Mound State Park is home to the Council House, which serves as the first territorial capitol in Belmont in 1836. Baraboo Ridge offers a 25-mile long mountain-like Precambrian rock. Untouched by the last glacial period, the Driftless Area plateau offers rugged hills and deep river valleys.
The topography of Wisconsin highlights its plains, forested areas, and rolling hills. With an additional nickname as the “Cheese State,” the state leads the nation in cheese production. The region exports from its substantial harvests of cranberries, sweet corn, and ginseng.
Many “firsts” have been recorded in Wisconsin’s history over the years. Here is a quick summary of a few.
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