The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.
From Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”
Frederick Buechner (1926-2022) was an American pastor, Christian theologian, and author. His writings were published in 39 books, which included several different genres.
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
You see a boat filled with people. You look away and then look back, and the boat is still afloat. However, you don’t see a single person on the boat? Why?
(answer found at the end of this post)
Totally located within the Appalachian Mountains, the American state of West Virginia is famous for its rolling hills and mountains.
Here are some quick facts about West Virginia:
During the American Civil War, the state of West Virginia was carved out of the Confederate state of Virginia. It was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863 (just days before the famous battle at Gettysburg).
In 1905, the Golden Delicious Apple originated in Clay County. The oldest five and dime store in the United States is Berdine’s Five and Dime in Harrisville. It opened its doors in 1908.
Visitors to the community of Moundsville have enjoyed the Grave Creek Mound. It has remained the largest conical-type of prehistoric burial mound in the country.
All the people on board are married.
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Sometimes a writer’s purpose is to awaken what’s sleeping deep in a reader’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 June 3)
Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.
Anytime you do something from the heart, people just know it.
Brad Paisley (born 1972) is a native of the American state of West Virginia. He is a very accomplished country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist.
Searching
Unimaginable contrasts
Journey of paradox
Contentment as God intended
Faith
Trusting
Gospel’s vision
Nurturing healthy outlook
Spirit’s hand at work
Faith
Enduring
Challenging times
Tsunami of darkness
Firm foundation’s pilot light
Faith
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In the daily crush of life’s circumstances may we still faithfully focus on the hope found in the Resurrection of our Lord.
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 June 2)
True contentment comes from Godliness in the heart, not from wealth in the hand.
From Philippians 4:11-13: “For I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.
Nature wakening
Early morning hour
Dawn’s new arrival
Whispering stillness
Nature witnessing
Unique day ahead
Heavens’ face brightens
Breathing peacefulness
Nature prevailing
Sunrise lifts her shade
Nighttime put to rest
Stirring each creature
Nature conceiving
Life breathes easily
Blossoms swell upward
Seeking tender warmth
Nature gathering
World founded from light
Rhythms now salute
Beaming melodies
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Nature possesses its own unique way of drawing us into its beauty . . . even for a moment.
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 June 1)
Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.
The world is our consciousness, and it surrounds us.
Gary Snyder (born 1930) is an American poet, lecturer, and environmental activist. He has often been recognized as the “poet laureate of Deep Ecology.” He has also received the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry.
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