When you worry about what you don’t have, you won’t be able to enjoy what you have.
From Matthew 6:25: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food and the body more than clothing?”
Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.
Mountain’s deep snowpack
Creeks feeding mighty rivers—
Living waters flow
Gathering each day
Birds’ welcoming harmony—
Perfection in song
Field planting finished
Another day filled with rain—
Farmers celebrate
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When we hear the arrival of the sights and sounds heralding spring’s arrival, we witness first-hand the awesome splendor of our Creator’s masterpiece.
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(Updated April 29)
The voice of the Great Spirit is heard in the twittering of birds, the rippling of mighty waters, and the sweet breathing of flowers.
There is no great; there is no small; in the mind that causeth all.
Zitkala-Sa (1876-1938) was a Yankton Dakota writer, translator, and educator. She was also known by her Anglicized married name, Gertrude Simmons Bonnin.
From Isaiah 6:3: “And one called to another and said: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory.'”
Expecting our best
God shall never rest
God’s future glory
Becomes our story
Adopting each child
Life now reconciled
What’s lying ahead?
God’s plan weaves its thread
Life fosters trials
Coming with each mile
His Word, guidance, love
Shining from above
God’s sacred fitness
Our constant witness
Daring to dream now
God’s mercy allows
Caring, righteous Lord
Trusting His accord
Patience encouraged
Waiting with courage
Together working
Blessed networking
Humbleness fills life
Removing all strife
Sowing fertile seeds
Harvest’s bread now feeds
Called by Jesus Christ
His blood sacrificed
Glory fills God’s name
Building each life’s frame
From 1 Corinthians 10:31: “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.”
Originally published October, 2020.
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God’s love nourishes the beating heart of His creation.
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(Updated April 28)
Just think, you’re not here by chance, but by God’s choosing you. His hand formed you, He made you the person you are.
From Psalm 139:13-14: “For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.”
Roy Lessin has dedicated his life to Christian ministry. During his 50 plus years, he has been studying the Bible, sharing its teachings with others, and authoring numerous Christian books. He is also one of the co-founders of DaySpring Greeting Cards.
From Psalm 119:1-2: “Happy are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. Happy are those who keep His decrees, who seek Him with their whole heart.”
Faith’s steady journey
Walking in God’s way
Keeping His decrees
Spirit sings each day
Glories of God’s law
Marking path ahead
Embracing His Word
Faithful, daily bread
Righteousness leading
Grasping trusted rope
Fixing eyes on God
Faith seals promised hope
God remains steadfast
Sharing divine love
Treasuring His flock
Grace flows from above
Commandments followed
Running to God’s light
Forgiving man’s sin
Cleansed heart taking flight
From Psalm 119:14-16: “I delight in the way of Your decrees as much as in all riches. I will meditate on Your precepts and fix my eyes on Your ways. I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your word.”
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Our journey through God’s Word shares inspiration, filled with tomorrow’s hope.
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(Updated April 27)
Christians should reflect Jesus to the world so that all can share in the joy of salvation.
From Galatians 2:19-20: “For through the law I died to the law, so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”
Charles Stanley (1932-2023) was an American pastor and Christian writer. He was dedicated to leading a teaching ministry.
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