Until New Day Begins

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Sunset’s closing breath

Daytime’s curtain descends

Witness tranquility

Where peace shall never end

 

Sunset’s horizon

Evening darkness transcends

Witness each gentle breeze

Where beams of moonlight bend

 

Sunset forgotten

Night sky never pretends

Witness galaxy’s flight

Where creation intends

 

Sunset holds spirit

Until new day begins

Witness pre-dawn’s glimmer

Where morning will call in

 

Sunrise renews light

Daytime’s curtain ascends

Witness glorious grace

Where each breath welcomes friends

 

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Seeking Direction

From James 1:5:  “ If any of you is lacking in wisdom, ask God, who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly, and it will be given you.”

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Life’s distant horizon

Questions sometimes remain

Seeking direction from God

His Word opens wisdom’s lane

 

Tomorrow’s shadows wait

Doubts filling empty heart

Nourishing grace sustains faith

God’s wisdom offers fresh start

 

From waves of churning seas

Promised answers shall rise

Embracing God’s blessed love

Wisdom colors daily skies

 

More struggles shall arrive

Faith’s endurance shares light

Trusting to always just ask

God’s wisdom remaining bright

 

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From the words of American Christian writer, John Eldredge:  “Notice that we must ask.  And we will sometimes struggle to hear and struggle with what we hear.  But personally, it’s worth it.  I’m after the path of life–and He alone knows it.”

Treasured Moments (Haiku Series #338)

Delivered

Before sun comes up

Immersed in Scripture’s blessings—

Faith rises with Son

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Fulfilled

Quiet morning time

Spent with Father in prayer—

Meaningful minutes

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Renewed

Sun always rises

Truth found in Spirit’s presence—

Prepared for this day

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Monday Memories: Rejoice!

From Isaiah 61:10:  “I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my whole being shall exult in my God.”

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Promised love, Holy Grace from God

Rejoice with glory to the Lord

His glad tidings unite our faith

Not forsaken, never ignored

 

Our Father’s Word offers new life

His caring hand touches each lamb

Rejoicing with Holy goodness

Everlasting joy, sweetest jam

 

Foundation of life, through our faith

Sharing the mantle of God’s love

Deliverance heals our spirit

God’s Glory, rejoicing above

 

Every breath exalts the Lord

Clothed in garments of salvation

Covered by robe of righteousness

Rejoice in Christ’s coronation

 

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From Philippians 4:4-5:  “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.  Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.”

Originally published December, 2020.

New Life in Christ

From Colossians 3:1-2:  “So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.  Set your minds on the things that are above, not on the things that are on earth.”

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Resurrection’s breath

Eternal truth above

Joining hands with Savior

His light calls out with love

 

Good Shepherd’s clear voice

Every lamb follows Him

Praising new life in Christ

Journey no longer grim

 

Today’s stumbling steps

Faith’s imperfect avenue

Revealing Christ’s mercy

Spirit carries one through

 

Clothed in righteousness

Forgiven of one’s sins

Accepting Savior’s grace

Heaven’s joy, hope shall win

 

Trust welcomes Christ’s Word

Darkness leaving each heart

Tasting His peace at last

Eternity’s fresh start

 

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From Colossians 3:17:  “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”

Special Guest Post: Choose Jesus

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Take a look around your life.
Tell me what you see.
Do you have a future?
Are you living free?
Perhaps you haven’t seen the time
you had to make a choice.
Will you choose to follow them,
or listen to another voice?

Make a vow unto yourself.
Let the whole world see.
Make a choice for yourself.
Be the best that you can be.
Be sure you know what you’re doing.
Stand up and shout it out loud.
Know where your life is going.
Choose to know Jesus, be proud.

Take a look around your life.
Tell me what you see.
Can you see the future,
where you’re living free?
Perhaps you know that He loves you.
He gave His life for all.
Will you listen to the world,
or listen to our Savior’s call?

Make a vow to yourself.
Let the whole world see.
Make a choice for yourself.
Be the best that you can be.
Be sure you know what you’re doing.
Stand up and shout it out loud.
Know where your life is going.
Choose to know Jesus, be proud.

 

Today’s poem is selected from Colleen Peterson’s recently published book.  Her book is dedicated to themes of Family and Christian life.

My wife accumulated countless thoughts and writings over the years while her two daughters were in their childhood.  Eventually, these treasured bits and pieces formed the foundation of her book.

Here are some of Colleen’s thoughts about the book: 

Bits ‘N’ Pieces Of My heart contains stories, devotions and poetry for the adults, activities to do with your children, and fun little songs. The devotions and poetry will strongly open up your faith walk to more of God’s light. Doing the fun activities and singing little songs with your children will bring smiles to everyone’s heart.

More information is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and several other platforms.

Heavenly Leadership (Elfchen Series #261)

Commitment

Father

Calls us

For His use

Facing life’s daily grind

Faithfulness

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Empowerment

Father

Helps us

Hearts set afire

Lighting way through darkness

Trustworthiness

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Encouragement

Father

Teaches us

Lessons in forgiveness

Sending out His disciples

Worthiness

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This series of poems (written in the German-inspired style of Elfchen or Elevenie) shares a total of eleven words in each poem, with a sequence by line of one, two, three, four, and one words.

 

River’s Steady Course

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River’s dynamics

Blessing waters’ source

Mountain’s melting snow

Staying true to its course

 

River’s known outcome

Flowing every day

Never in hurry

Charting eternal way

 

River’s attitude

Praising every land

Nature in balance

Holding Creator’s hand

 

River’s calming thoughts

Singing to mankind

Tranquility’s voice

Leading as He designed

 

River’s steady course

Observing mankind

Hurried, with missteps

Falling further behind

 

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Fire Always Bright

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Darkness masks life’s landscape

Hiding sin’s heartless shame

Trying to flee past hurts

Shadows always aflame

 

Trials sometimes arise

Shrouding foundation’s cracks

Concealing hell’s façade

Tomorrow painted black

 

Misery breathes as one

Filling with cold despair

Seeing nothing beyond

Jesus descends with care

 

Dependence upon grace

Acknowledging past sins

Kneeling at Calvary

Forgiveness calling in

 

Redemption comes through Christ

Extending mercy’s light

Transforming soul’s battles

Spirit’s fire always bright

 

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Curiosity’s Journey (Haiku Series #337)

Retrieving

Taking time to search

Looking for smallest wonders—

Summer’s precious gifts

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Responding

Wonder asks questions

Images from deepest space—

Searching for answers

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Treasuring

America’s roads

Discovery of wonders—

Travel’s shining gems

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