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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.

Transformative

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From Isaiah 32:17:  “The effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever.”

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Transformative in vision

Merciful justice reigns

Filled with Father’s righteousness

Harvesting ripened grain

 

Transformative in purpose

Judgment from Father’s hand

Thirst quenched by living waters

Saving this weary land

 

Transformative in mission

Refuge upon hope’s rock

Eyes opened to Father’s truth

Encouraging faith’s flock

 

Transformative in passion

Forgiveness of debts owed

Resurrection’s eternal light

Walking Christ’s risen road

 

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From Luke 24:13-16:  “Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and talking with each other about all these things that had happened.  While they were talking and discussing, Jesus Himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing Him.”

From My Journal (5/14)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Out of the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior, the Light will forever conquer darkness.

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 14)

Jim Gallery Quote

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The Bible instructs–and experience teaches–that praising God results in our burdens being lifted and our joys being multiplied.

From Psalm 138:1-3:  “I give You thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart; before the gods I sing Your praise; I bow down toward Your holy temple and give thanks to Your name for Your steadfast love and Your faithfulness, for You have exalted Your name and Your word above everything.  On the day I called, You answered me; You increased my strength of soul.”

 

Renewal (Haiku Series #328)

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Comforting

Morning’s gentle rain

Rinsing away dark outlook—

Sun rises with peace

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Refreshing

Giant redwoods breathe

Quenching rains arrive onshore—

Coastline feeling peace

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Fulfilling

Mountain waters run

Chasing ocean far away—

Rivers’ flowing peace

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From My Journal (5/13)

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When we understand how our character walks in the door ahead of us, the results experienced will often reflect a more positive outcome.

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 13)

Booker T. Washington Quotes

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Character, not circumstances, makes the man.

Those who have accomplished the greatest results are those who never grow excited or lose self-control, but are always calm, self-possessed, patient, and polite.

Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) was an American educator, author, and orator.  He was the founder of Tuskegee University (originally named Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute) in the state of Alabama.

Monday Memories: Anthem of Grace

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From Hebrews 11:1:  “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”

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Weary times, filled with quiet tears

Witnessing mankind’s cruelest hurts

Hate, division, violence, fears

God’s grace, peace, love . . . never deserts

 

When witnessing injustice, stand

Lift up voices, sing with passion

Offer a loving, helping hand

Filled with oneness and compassion

 

No longer sit with thoughts muzzled

Liberty-filled harmonies ring

God’s grace flows, days never puzzled

Loud as roaring seas, let us sing

 

God’s Word lighting eternal fires

Inside our faith, unwavering

Hope fills each heart, never expires

Teachings of Jesus, favoring

 

Jesus always front and center

Faithfully walking as His feet

Loving as His hands, our mentor

Marching on, His grace ever sweet

 

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From 1 John 5:3-5:  “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.  Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?”

Originally published October, 2020.

From My Journal (5/12)

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When we have a voice that shares our compassion about life, we offer a vital conduit for others to join in.

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 12)

Albert Schweitzer Quote

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The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.

From Romans 15:2-3:  “Each of us must please our neighbor for the good purpose of building up the neighbor.  For Christ did not please Himself, but, as it is written, ‘The insults of those who insult you have fallen on Me.'”

Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) was a French-born theologian, writer, humanitarian,  philosopher, and physician.

With Each Sunrise

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From Psalm 118:21-22:  “I thank you that You have answered me and have become my salvation.  The stone that the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone.”

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Reminded with each sunrise

Praise Resurrection’s light

Redemption rises with Christ

Witness empty tomb at daylight

 

Gates of righteousness opened

Rejoice, be glad in it

Salvation’s final answer

At Calvary, Christ’s love submits

 

Freed from sin by Savior’s blood

Spirit stirs within man

Nourished with His mercy’s peace

Promises fulfilled through God’s plan

 

Each step, filled with repentance

Mercy always present

Believe in faith’s risen Lord

Gathered in prayer, as He meant

 

Follow Shepherd’s tender voice

Path ahead, filled with love

Grace shall cleanse, power to free

Truth speaks from Heaven’s throne above

 

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From John 20:26-27:  “A week later his disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them.  Although the doors were shut, Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you.’  Then He said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here and see My hands. Reach out your hand and put it in My side.  Do not doubt but believe.'”