Called to Repentance

From Jonah 3:4-5:  “Jonah began to go into the city, going a day’s walk.  And he cried out, ‘Forty days more, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!’  And the people of Nineveh believed God; they proclaimed a fast, and everyone, great and small, put on sackcloth.”

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Called to live in tune

With our Father’s Word

Strengthened through His light

Path no longer blurred

 

Shaped by His patience

Never be shaken

Righteousness stands firm

Truth shall awaken

 

Set aside worries

Empowered to walk

With loving Father

Away from man’s talk

 

Transformed by faith’s light

Darkness now falling

Past sins nailed to cross

Follow Lord’s calling

 

Called to repentance

Step forward in Christ

Delivered through grace

His blood sacrificed

 

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From 1 Corinthians 7:29-31:  “I mean, brothers and sisters, the appointed time has grown short; from now on, let even those who have wives be as though they had none, and those who mourn as though they were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no possessions, and those who deal with the world as though they had no dealings with it.  For the present form of this world is passing away.”

From My Journal (1/24)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Grace opens a channel for our repentance and forgiveness.

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 January 24)

Eugene Peterson Quote

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God is sheer mercy and grace.

From Psalm 103:8:  “The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.”

Eugene Peterson (1932-2018) was an American pastor, theologian, and Christian author.

Wintertime’s Invite (Haiku Series #263)

Incoming Mail

Crystal, clear night sky

Reflecting moonlight’s spotlight—

Postcard’s tranquil dreams

Tranquility’s Home

Snowy landscape’s joy

Marked by tiniest hoofprints—

Scene of hope-filled peace

Cozy Delights

Chilly, early morn

Warming stove works her magic—

Biscuits with honey

All photos courtesy of Pinterest.

From My Journal (1/23)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Taking us from our own harbor of emotions, our human interactions sail with life’s daily ebb and flow.

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 January 23)

Christy Ann Martine Quotes

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Dance with the waves, move with the sea.  Let the rhythm of the water set your soul free.

Begin each day with appreciation because this life you’re living is your own creation.

Christy Ann Martine (born 1972) is a Canadian writer who shares poetry and short stories.  

Monday Memories: Step by Step

One of my favorite places to walk is a short drive from my home.  Walnut Woods Metro Park (the Woods) is a special place to find nature’s treasures along its easy to moderate trails.  The photographs shown with this poem were taken a few days ago.  Enjoy!

Peaceful Walnut Creek meanders along the northern border of park.

Early morning light beckons

Putting on worn hiking shoes

Overcast skies hold back rain

Nature waits with charming views

 

Driving to a park, the “Woods”

Tranquility always waits

Peace and beauty reaching out

Eager feet, needing no skates

 

Step by step, walking farther

Park’s vastness, shouting with joy

Around each bend, nature smiles

Many sights and sounds deploy

 

Morning excursion teases

Birds sing back and forth on cue

Precious blossoms smelling sweet

Coffee can’t top nature’s brew

 

Time seems to pause with each step

Today’s time comes to an end

Ticket punched for return trip

These “Woods” remain a best friend

 

A few signs of spring’s early blossoms still can be found, but they will soon be gone.

Originally published June, 2020.

From My Journal (1/22)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Nature possesses an invisible quality that serves to restore one’s soul.

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 January 22)

Brene Brown Quotes

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Rest and play are as vital to our health as nutrition and exercise.

Want to be happy?  Stop trying to be perfect.

Brene Brown (born 1965) is an American researcher and author.  Much of her work has studied courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy.

Faith’s Resurrection

From Psalm 118:1:  “O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His steadfast love endures forever!”

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Hope’s refuge, waiting in Lord’s highest place

Father’s steadfast love endures forever

Lighting way for each faithful endeavor

Proclaiming Savior’s song of victory

 

Bond of peace, opened at Calvary’s cross

Unified as one with body of Christ

Sharing patient gentleness, though high-priced

Bearing one another in faithful love

 

Measure of forgiveness, joy’s lasting gift

Marvelous in Lord’s single, faithful breath

Overcoming lasting darkness and death

Waiting at heaven’s gate, His love-filled grace

 

Witnessing Savior’s nail-pierced hands and feet

Faith’s Resurrection, forever complete

 

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From Luke 24:36-39:  “While they were talking about this, Jesus Himself stood among them and said to them, ‘Peace be with you.’  They were startled and terrified and thought that they were seeing a ghost.  He said to them, ‘Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts?  Look at My hands and My feet; see that it is I myself.  Touch Me and see, for a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.'”