From My Journal (4/17)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Our faith is strengthened by our patient journey with the Lord.  Listen and watch, He will lead us to the right door.

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)

Charles Swindoll Quote

Courtesy of Pinterest.

You know the human response to panic?  First, we are afraid.  Second, we run.  Third, we fight.  Fourth, we tell everybody.  God’s counsel is just the opposite.  Don’t be afraid.  Stand still.  Watch Him work.  Keep quiet.  It’s then that He does it.  He takes over!

From Exodus 14:13:  “But Moses said to the people, ‘Do not be afraid, stand firm, and see the deliverance that the Lord will accomplish for you today, for the Egyptians whom you see today you shall never see again.'”

Choosing to Worship

From Matthew 4:10:  “Then Jesus said to him, Away with you, Satan! for it is written, ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve only Him.'”

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Choosing to worship

Searching wrong places

Feeding soul more lies

Filling dark spaces

 

Choosing to worship

Searching earth’s treasures

Finding temptation

Offering pleasures

 

Choosing to worship

Searching for false gods

Yielding more sorrow

Seeing only frauds

 

Choosing to worship

Searching for new plan

Reading Scripture’s truth

Hearing Son of Man

 

Choosing to worship

Searching new measures

Praying to Father

Seeing His treasures

 

Choosing to worship

Searching for true joy

Discovering peace

Riding God’s convoy

 

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From Psalm 100:1-2:  “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth.  Serve the Lord with gladness; come into His presence with singing.”

From My Journal (4/16)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Different cultures recognize themselves with a given day, week, or month.  As Christians, we are called to worship and praise God for 365 days a year.

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 16)

Mary McLeod Bethune Quote

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Faith ought not to be a plaything.  If we believe, we should believe like giants.

From Psalm 71:5:  “For you, O Lord, are my hope, my trust, O Lord, from my youth.”

Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955) was an American educator, philanthropist, and civil rights activist.  A daughter of former slaves, she made a significant impact in the lives of many.

Voices of Silence

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Perpetual silence

Earthly life settles down

Thoughts taking vacation

Voices waiting to come around

 

Quietness tries to speak

Time scatters every voice

Silence wanders alone

Hours bringing little to rejoice

 

Another day, same drill

Silence opts to remain

Emptiness boarded up

Absent voices filling with pain

 

Fear overwhelms each voice

Better to retreat now

Silence covers landscape

Boldly taking one final bow

 

Silence can never win

Voices bring truth to share

Precious to hear each one

Freedom’s spirit removes despair

 

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From My Journal (4/15)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Only the very few truly see and appreciate our value.

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 15)

Trivia’s Facts and More (4/15)

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This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing.  You are invited to participate with the opening question.

Brain Teaser Question

What begins with an “E” and only contains one letter?

(answer found at the end of this post)

Featured Facts

Our solar system is made up of many celestial bodies, and the planets that lie beyond Earth are the focus of today’s feature.

Here are some interesting facts about three of of these planets:

Mercury

  • Named after the Roman messenger of the gods.
  • Smallest planet in our solar system.
  • Solar revolution:  88 (earth) days
  • Average day length:  59 (earth) days

Mercury’s surface is rocky and heavily cratered.  It’s solar revolution is the fastest of any of the planets in this solar system.

Venus

  • Named after the Roman goddess of love.
  • Sixth largest planet in our solar system.
  • Solar revolution:  225 (earth) days
  • Average day length:  243 (earth) days

Venus is the brightest planet in the sky, and it is sometimes referred to as the Morning Star.

Mars

  • Named after the Roman god of war.
  • Second smallest planet in our solar system.
  • Solar revolution:  687 (earth) days
  • Average day length:  24.6 hours (nearly identical to Earth)

Mars is often called the Red Planet because of its red soil.  It has frozen polar caps, which is similar to Earth’s North and South Poles.

Mars, mercury, and venus (courtesy of pinterst)

 

Answer to Brain Teaser Question

An envelope

Victor Hugo Quotes

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There is nothing like a dream to create the future.

Music expresses that which cannot be said on which it is impossible to be silent.

Victor Hugo (1802-1885) was a French writer and politician.  His literary career spanned over 60 years, and his works are considered some of the greatest of any French writer.

Living Through Christ (Elfchen Series #148)

Fulfilled

Witnessing

Christ’s purpose

Opening up hearts

Inviting to follow Him

Faith

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Cultivated

Nurturing

Life’s endurance

No longer suffering

Character molded by Christ

Hope

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United

Connecting

With believers

Christ’s humble approach

Sharing love with others

Grace

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