Precious Transitions (Elfchen Series #301)

Discovery

Waiting

Patience breathes

Unlocking God’s goodness

Prayer opens willing heart

Peace

Invitation

Trusting

Morning’s light

Nourishing with hope

Daily bread of grace

Love

Journey

Receiving

Word’s truth

Replenishing faith’s roots

Risen Christ welcomes all

Joy

From My Journal (6/26)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

With every sunrise, God’s light of goodness prepares our daily journey of faith . . . nourished with His grace

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 26)

John Maxwell Quote

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There are no shortcuts to any place worth going

From Proverbs 21:5:  “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to want.”

John Maxwell (born 1947) is an American pastor, author, and speaker.  He has written numerous books about leadership, with a Christian point of view.

Heartache Cries Out

Overwhelming
Shadows of war
Destiny speaks
Coming ashore

Future’s darkness
All light erased
Freedom removed
Feeling misplaced

Opposition
All dissent crushed
Outlook grows dim
Speaking now hushed

Heartache cries out
Resistance fades
Hope extinguished
Hiding afraid

Tomorrow’s breath
Empty of pulse
War carries on
Grinding impulse

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Writer’s Note: I’ve been watching the History Channel’s documentary on World War II, hosted by Tom Hanks. The images seen inspired the writing of this poem.

From My Journal (6/25)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Quiet strength immersed in faith nourishes hope.

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 25)

Charles Maurice de Talleyrand Quotes

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I am more afraid of an army of 100 sheep led by a lion than an army of 100 lions lead by a sheep.

A diplomat who says “yes” means “maybe”, a diplomat who says “maybe” means “no”, and a diplomat who says “no” is no diplomat.

Charles Maurice de Talleyrand (1754-1838) was a French clergyman, statesman, and diplomat.

Meeting Each Need

From Genesis 6:8: “But Noah found favor in the sight of the Lord.”

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Trusting God
Noah will listen
Finding favor
Peace glistens

Bearing hope
Honor found in God
Blessings descend
Darkness thawed

Seeing light
Noah works each day
Building God’s ark
Called to pray

Path made straight
God clearing away
Each obstacle
Truth’s new way

Believing
God’s glorious plan
Meeting each need
Noah can
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From Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.”

From My Journal (6/24)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

God’s eternal scope of life’s circumstances far surpasses anything viewed on mankind’s tiny screen.

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 24)

Charles Stanley Quote

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We must be sensitive to God’s leading and know how He speaks to us personally so we can follow His instructions.

From Proverbs 3:5-6:  “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.

Charles Stanley (1932-2023) was an American pastor and Christian writer.  He was dedicated to leading a teaching ministry.

Tranquility’s Harvest (Haiku Series #378)

Preciousness

Morning’s rising face

Energizing peace below—

Fresh outlook embraced

Boundless

Clear night sky arrives

Breathing with infinite peace—

Tomorrow on deck

Permanence

Intimacy felt

Transforming peace covers earth—

Creator’s presence