Landscape glistens white
Winter gift-wrapped for one day—
Melting tomorrow
Calendar page turns
Blistering heat dome moves in—
Spring’s ironic script
Thunderstorm descends
Torrential raindrops blossom—
Floodgates spring to close
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When we look at the world around us through nature’s unique lens, we just might be pleasantly surprised.
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 April 21)
Change is an event but transition is the process that you go through in response to the change.
Beginnings are also scary, for they require a new commitment.
William Bridges (1933-2013) was an American author and consultant. Much of his writing focused on managing the human side of change.
From Exodus 20:2-3: “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; you shall have no other gods before Me.”
Each day’s beginning
Scheduling His Word
Moments with Father
Embracing what’s heard
Any given hour
Pausing for prayer
Spirit nurtures trust
Erasing despair
Daily worship time
Praising Lord above
Uplifted in faith
Witnessing His love
Blessed fellowship
Caring for others
Never too busy
Serving another
This day now ending
Resting in His grace
Heartbeat of Father
Transforming hope’s place
From Romans 8:28: “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.”
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Anchored to hope’s light, faith will overpower 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 April 19)
Confidence is not based on you having all the resources needed to take care of yourself; confidence is based upon the truth that God is faithful.
From Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
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.
Expecting
Faithfully listening
Seeking Father’s guidance
Immersed in His Word
Direction
Mentoring
Mercy transcending
Counseling with righteousness
Savior’s grace upon thee
Instruction
Surrounding
Peace forgiving
Promising Calvary’s light
Thorns of sin crushed
Redemption
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When our faith focuses on God’s Word, our trust in Him exceeds anything else.
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 April 17)
If a man wants scientific knowledge, intellectual curiosity is his guide; but if he wants insight into what Jesus Christ teaches, he can only get it by obedience.
From John 7:16-17: “Then Jesus answered them, ‘My teaching is not Mine but His who sent Me. Anyone who resolves to do the will of God will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I am speaking on My own.'”
Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher. Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons. Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST. I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.
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.”
New dawn harvests light
Sowing truth from God
Embracing His peace
Each faithful seedpod
Heart keeps commandments
Following God’s flight
Honoring His Word
Joy grows in His sight
Every path straightened
Accepting God’s grace
Forsaking darkness
Faith climbs each staircase
Refreshment prepared
Offering God’s love
Healing man’s fabric
Trust fed from above
Radiant wisdom
Planting God’s next seed
Cultivating hope
Christ forever leads
From Proverbs 3:11-12: “My child, do not despise the Lord’s discipline or be weary of His reproof, for the Lord reproves the one He loves, as a father the son in whom He delights.”
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