Resurrection’s Light

From Philippians 2:1-2:  “If, then, there is any comfort in Christ, any consolation from love, any partnership in the Spirit, any tender affection and sympathy, make my joy complete:  be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.”

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Blessed encouragement

Resurrection’s light beams

Found in Savior Jesus

Redemption runs downstream

 

Being of same spirit

Heart’s beat filled with His love

Christ teaches righteousness

World finds peace from above

 

Acceptance of God’s will

Conscience stirs to confirm

Each element born in Christ

Faith’s trust breathes to affirm

 

Father always at work

Eternal light burns bright

Salvation finds its home

Tomorrow’s hope holds tight

 

Within every blessing

Enlightened with God’s Way

Holy Spirit defines

Obedience replays

 

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From Philippians 2:12-13:  “Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed me, not only in my presence but much more now in my absence, work on your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for His good pleasure.”

Summer’s Breath (Haiku Series #291)

Endless Joy

Vacant lot’s dirt piles

Imagination’s new heights—

Scaling new mountains

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Hunger Pains

Stomach’s emptiness

Texting mother for some lunch—

Tree-fort food service

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Relief Arrives

Calendar’s big day!

School year finally begins—

Parents celebrate

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Monday Memories: God’s Word Reaches Out

From Psalm 23:4:  “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff–they comfort me.”

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Being careful with life’s missteps

Sinful disobedience waits

God’s Word touches our inner soul

Hell pleasing, never be our fate

 

Our truest, most faithful support

Shall always arrive from His love

God’s Word will endure forever

His Spirit reigns from high above

 

When life’s dark trials boil over

Creating quagmires of distress

God’s Word quells each predicament

His next move leads like playing chess

 

Our life’s journey travels by faith

Transformed by Christ’s merciful heart

God’s Word reaches out, filled with hope

Bringing a new day, let’s restart

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From 2 Corinthians 5:7:  “For we walk by faith, not by sight.”

Originally published July, 2020.

Heavenly Provisions

From 1 Timothy 3:16-17:  “Without any doubt, the mystery of godliness is great:  He was revealed in flesh, vindicated in spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among gentiles, believed in throughout the world, taken up in glory.”

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Receiving Father’s love

Heavenly provisions

Learning His trusted ways

Fulfilled with hope’s vision

 

Living with Father’s peace

Righteousness always leads

Blessing journey ahead

Strengthened with mercy’s seed

 

Seeking Father’s counsel

Daily conversation

Linking up through prayer

Rejected temptation

 

Fulfilling Father’s joy

Spirit nurtures each soul

Coming to Lord Jesus

Sanctified, faith made whole

 

Completing Father’s work

Upon His foundation

Accepting light’s guidance

Restored through salvation

 

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From 1 Thessalonians 5:23:  “May the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely, and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ  The one who calls you is faithful, and He will do this.”

In Step With Jesus (Elfchen Series #214)

Trust

Pursuing

Faith’s righteousness

Light opens path

Steps honor Savior’s grace

Found

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Community

Building

Lasting relationships

Quiet reflection’s refreshment

Accepting Savior’s timeless grace

Strengthened

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Harvest

Tasting

Precious wisdom

Cultivating Savior’s grace

Sprinkled with tomorrow’s hope

Behold

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Morning’s Song

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Morning’s heavenly view

Wisp of clouds fade away

Sun-drenched blue skies return

Wind’s breathe begins to play

 

Treetops sway high above

Sunlight dances below

Mighty forest whispers

Nature offers free show

 

Divine calmness now felt

Peace arrives, plays her cards

Another perfect hand

Harmony won’t discard

 

Morning’s song welcomes all

Unique with every line

Spirit adds final touch

Melody always shines

 

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Peace Descending

From John 14:27:  “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.  I do not give to you as the world gives.  Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.”

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Faith’s treasured bouquet

Running short of petals

Once filled with brilliant colors

Now fading away

 

Another day stirs

One more petal succumbs

Little color to witness

Darkness closes in

 

Mercy knocks at door

Savior shares timely grace

Fullest, colorful petals

Light rises again

 

Daily bouquet breathes

Everlasting goodness

Heavenly peace descending

Hope singing with joy

 

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From Numbers 6:24-26:  “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.”

Precious Experiences (Haiku Series #290)

Invitation

Dawn’s welcoming sign

Sunrise offers daily grace—

Unforgettable

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Resplendent

 Morning showers fade

Rainbow’s vividness appears—

Testament of peace

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Breathtaking

Evening’s curtain drops

Serenity’s sunset glows—

Time’s faithful footnote

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Monday Memories: Nature’s Endless Song

I feel so fortunate to have so much of nature’s treasures not far from my front door.  Two metro parks are a short drive away, and their endless song always beckons me to return.  The photos used with this poem were taken in central Ohio at various times of the year.

Nature will never sing the blues

Her beauty sends out blessed clues

 

Walking with her in tranquil woods

Sharing her soul, always feels good

 

Moments cherished, singing with joy

Her spirit brings much to enjoy

 

Spending endless hours in her care

Filling with melodies to share

 

Life’s journey follows nature’s tune

Her endless smile reaches the moon

 

Smelling the essence of tall pines

Tasting better than vineyard’s wines

 

Cycle of living never fades

Nature coyly playing charades

 

Changing seasons bring new décor

Hearing symphonies, voices soar

 

Autumn sets up winter’s game plan

Spring fading into summer’s tan

 

Composing its endless, ageless song

Hearing nature, singing along

Originally published June, 2020.

Devoted Praise

From Psalm 106:1:  “Praise the Lord!  O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever.”

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Never enough time

Life’s constant demands

Making moments for God

Pausing to hold His hand

 

Devoted praise speaks

For what God has done

Stopping life’s busy train

Praying beside His Son

 

Love for God endures

Goodness offers grace

Rejoicing in His peace

Feeling blessed embrace

 

God’s mighty doings

Quiet moments fill

Singing with heartfelt thanks

Feeling time standing still

 

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From Psalm 106:48:  “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. And let all the people say, ‘Amen.’ Praise the Lord!”