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Traveling in life’s wilderness, we will trust only in God, who will provide lasting refuge through His Word.
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 May 28)
God will see to it that in the eyes of those who are now your enemy, you will one day be esteemed. They will respect your stand because you are standing alone, doing what is right.
From Proverbs 16:7: “When the ways of people please the Lord, He causes even their enemies to be at peace with them.”
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Do they have a 4th of July in England?
(answer found at the end of this post)
William Henry Harrison served as America’s ninth President. His nickname “Old Tippecanoe” came from his military career.
Here are some quick facts about President Harrison:
In the Election of 1840, Harrison and his running mate, John Tyler, used a catchy campaign slogan: “Tippecanoe and Tyler, too.” Harrison intended to become a doctor and enrolled in medical school. However, due to lack of funds he dropped out and entered the military.
Despite a wet, wintry day, Harrison delivered an outside, two-hour Inaugural Address. This may have led to his death a month later from suspected pneumonia.
An interesting coincidence followed the death of Harrison, who was elected in 1840. Every 20 years thereafter, the President elected would die in office. The streak would continue until the Election of 1980 when Ronald Reagan narrowly escaped death after being shot.
Here are the Presidents who were elected in the 20-year intervals following 1840:
1860: Abraham Lincoln, 1880: James A. Garfield, 1900: James McKinley, 1920: Warren G. Harding, 1940: Franklin D. Roosevelt, and 1960: John F. Kennedy.
Yes
England may not celebrate the Fourth of July as a holiday, but they do have a 4th of July (July 4) on their calendar.
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Our experiences will always temper our life’s outlook.
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 May 27)
If we are meant to stay in one place, we would have roots instead of feet.
Maturing is realizing how many things don’t require your comment.
Rachel Wolchin is an American author and blogger.
Sinking
Enemy’s darkness
Waves crashing down
Empty tomb’s salvation light
Rising
Light
Father’s plan
Love’s ultimate sacrifice
Resurrection’s grace shines forever
Victorious
Witnessing
Blessed assurance
Light conquers darkness
Every sin forever paid
Redemption
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Christ’s living, breathing Resurrection changes everything as our eyes look upward to our Savior’s light.
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 May 26)
Jesus has prayed that we might be one with Him as He is one with the Father.
From 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24: “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.”
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.
Looking into nearby trees
Visualizing every leaf
Moving with another breeze
Viewing each artist’s motif
Reminding of blessed life
Molding self, with every hour
Breathing in peace, without strife
Seasoning days, never sour
Touching greenest blades of grass
Remembering every step
Topping off another glass
Sitting at nature’s doorstep
Exploring depths of these woods
Imagining what’s waiting
Delivering timeless goods
Tasting life, captivating
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When we experience nature’s treasures, our Creator gives us a special place to nestle and feel closer to Him.
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 May 25)
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