Monday Memories: Choose His Path

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We have a clear path to choose

Anything else, we definitely lose

 

A godless enemy brings emptiness

He prowls and waits, eager to strike

His path only leads to unhappiness

Our lives feel like a bursting dike

 

We see the good life in front of us

But the light comes with false hopes

Glamour and riches without the fuss

Darkness clouds over life’s periscope

 

Gloomy doom brings promises, so empty

A champion bears our guilt and shame

There is a better way, filled with plenty

Life truly means more than just a game

 

The Light of Salvation chases away the dark

Christ bears our wounds at a bloody cross

The enemy slithers away, gone is his spark

Jesus’ Holy righteousness reaches across

 

Our loving Father sacrifices His only Son

His shed blood atones for our sinful ways

An empty tomb declares, Christ has won

Accept me and follow, He proudly says

 

We have a clear path to choose

Anything else, we definitely lose

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Originally published October, 2019.

Pathway of Righteousness

From Proverbs 10:2:  “Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death.”

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Footsteps seeking shortcut

Tempted with distractions

Detours filled with wrong turns

Darkness shrouds each transaction

 

Father’s road forsaken

Evil offers his way

Man’s eagerness to shine

Misguided bypass each day

 

Pulled away from Father

North, then south . . . now alone

West, then east . . . deeply lost

Next destination . . . unknown

 

Spirit’s faithfulness breathes

Constant grace, always bright

Jesus walking ahead

Resurrection’s blessed light

 

Filled with hope’s renewal

Witness of Savior’s peace

Fruits of Spirit descend

Wondrous joy fills every piece

 

Pathway of righteousness

Obstacles cleared away

Father’s trusted wisdom

Faith’s choices follow His way

 

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From Psalm 23:1-3:  “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.  He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters; He restores my soul.  He leads me in right paths for His name’s sake.”

Charles Swindoll Quote

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God’s specialty is bringing renewal to our strength, not reminders of our weakness.  Take it by faith.

From Proverbs 3:1-2:  “My child, do not forget My teaching, but let your heart keep My commandments, for length of days and years of life and abundant welfare they will give you.”

Transforming Witness (Elfchen Series #202)

Heartfelt Lessons

Experiencing

Father’s teachings

Moments of worship

Maturing with faithful steps

Hope

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Mountaintop Hymn

Praising

Heavenly Father

Rock of salvation

Inscribing faith’s enduring song

Joy

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Spiritual Journey

Witnessing

Father’s promises

Gentleness molding faith

Wayward sheep leaving wilderness

Peace

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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.

Journey’s Final Gate

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Peering into endless darkness

Fearing night’s disquieting steps

Hiding in wilderness shadows

Hearing distant tap at doorstep

 

Searching horizon, now silent

Missing gracious slice of moonlight

Looking into starless abyss

Galloping toward hidden knight

 

Catching glimpse of advancing dawn

Feeling comfortable with fate

Focusing on ember of light

Opening journey’s final gate

 

Reaching intended rendezvous

Bring peace to life’s blessed love

Sharing from adventure’s story

Finding early sunrise above

 

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Heart’s New Attitude

From Psalm 143:1:  “Hear my prayer, O Lord; give ear to my supplications in Your faithfulness; answer me in Your righteousness.”

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Enemy pursues

More darkness unfolds

Crushing every breath

Yet, Spirit remains bold

 

God’s light perseveres

Faith’s answers unfold

Sharing steadfast love

Deliverance foretold

 

Mercy shares His truth

Righteousness unfolds

Seeking out God’s will

His comforting hands mold

 

Heart’s new attitude

Brighter times unfold

Clutching God’s wisdom

Promises to behold

 

Safe in His refuge

Faithfulness unfolds

Hearing each prayer

Spirit’s blessings uphold

 

Dark times abating

Life’s new day unfolds

Waiting no longer

God’s connection takes hold

 

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From Psalm 143:9-10:  Save me, O Lord, from my enemies; I have fled to You for refuge. Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God.  Let Your good spirit lead me on a level path.”

Creator’s Fingerprints (Haiku Series #278)

Promising Day

Clouds migrate away

Sunrise circulates her warmth—

Morning’s chill escapes

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Gentle Breeze

Dancing tree branches

Harmony’s rhythmic movements—

Breath of turbulence

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Unhurried Masterpiece

Overcast all day

Gray canvas waits with patience—

Sunset paints with light

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Monday Memories: Hamlet’s Summer Day

The inspiration for this poem comes from a photograph published on Jan’s blog in her “Wordless Wednesday” post.  Check out her site for some wonderful poetry, inspiration, photography, and so much more.  There is probably a hint (yes, definitely) of the rustic and tranquil life experienced in the small communities of western Montana.

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Picturesque, isolated hamlet

Resting below mountainous shadows

Nestled along lake’s calming fingers

Life’s narrative writing tranquil prose

 

Sunrise crawls over the mountaintop

Cruising silently in their small boat

Early to rise anglers find their spot

Baiting hooks for trout with rainbow coats

 

Soon village shops begin to open

Curious shoppers fill crowded streets

Welcoming Farmers’ Market today

Locals selling homegrown goods and treats

 

Later, stillness returns to the town

Sunny, summer day comes to an end

Sun setting behind lake’s dozing shore

Waiting for tomorrow’s best friends

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Originally published May, 2020.

Father’s Vision

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Holy Commandments

Father’s blueprint guides

Filling every life

Steps called to abide

 

Heavenly lessons

Righteous hand sustains

Filling hungry mind

Father’s Word remains

 

Insight grows daily

Father’s grace-filled love

Filling wayward heart

Honor Him above

 

Crooked path made straight

Father’s faithful seeds

Filling with wisdom

Every tender reed

 

Shattered hope rebuilt

Father’s vision soars

Filling with His peace

Faith desiring more

 

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Praising Heavenly Father (Elfchen Series #201)

Shower of Benevolence

Experiencing

Father’s love

Tender mercies given

Washing away each transgression

Forgiveness

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Spiritual Refreshment

Trusting

Father’s promises

Righteousness nourishes faith

Eternity’s wealth of knowledge

Wisdom

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Blessed Transformation

Witnessing

Father’s presence

Never feeling forsaken

Grace creates clean heart

Renewal

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