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Spring’s arrival renews our hope. God’s faithfulness is reflected in His creation.
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(Updated April 20)
Surely the flowers of a hundred spring are simply the souls of beautiful things.
Can words describe the fragrance of the very breath of spring?
L. M. Montgomery (1874-1942) was a Canadian author whose first acclaimed novel was ANNE OF GREEN GABLES, published in 1908.
Neltje Blanchan (1865-1918) was an American scientific historian and nature writer. Several of her published works dealt with wildflowers and birds.
From Luke 6:12: “Now during those days He went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God.”
Needing to rest awhile
Overwhelmed, countless thoughts
Looking for special place
Mind bound in endless knots
Seeking time for prayer
Faced with fleeting choices
Searching for quiet place
Away from past voices
Hiking to mountaintop
Filled with Spirit’s insight
Trusting every new step
God welcomes with His light
Being alone with God
Bottled up words speak out
Praying for hours on end
Life’s course now comes about
Hearing from God’s wisdom
Blessed words offer grace
Quelling battle within
Always, God’s quiet place
From Luke 5:16: “Meanwhile, He would slip away to deserted places and pray.”
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Prayer takes each of us to a humble place where it’s just God and oneself.
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(Updated April 19)
Where there is much prayer, there will be much of the Spirit; where there is much of the Spirit, there will be ever-increasing prayer.
From James 5:15-16: “The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise them up, and anyone who has committed sins will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.”
Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was a South African Christian pastor, writer, and teacher. He believed that Christians should always place a great emphasis on maintaining a rich, personal devotional life.
Spring singing praises
Greener lawns growing thicker—
Revving up mowers
Thunderstorm’s downpour
Lifeboats unavailable—
Trusty umbrella
Swirling wind tunnel
One step forward, two steps back—
Clutching friend’s tow rope
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Nature is never shy with sharing her delicate beauty.
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(Updated April 18)
When the world becomes a massive mess with nobody at the helm, it’s time for artists to make this work.
I see music as fluid architecture.
Joni Mitchell (born 1943) is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter and painter.
From 2 Corinthians 9:6: “The point is this: the one who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the one who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”
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Hey you, yes you!
Sitting there alone
Life without a view
Lack of efficient action
Reaping fear and doubt
Living without traction
Being a loyal member
Procrastinators Club
Ever since November
Life’s emotional quicksand
Robbing your life rewards
Time to join a new band
Do you really desire?
To find true happiness
Without life’s misfires
Seeking God’s advice
He’ll always support you
His Grace pays the price
Spending little attention
With overwhelming fears
Can’t relax without tension
Take courage, now believe
Jesus conquers the world
Time for your life to achieve
Released from gloom
Fleeing this quagmire
Life ready to bloom
King’s Solomon’s words implant
Whoever watches the wind
Will never attempt to plant
Time to change is now
Adopt new life patterns
Sowing with a new plow
Here’s some simple advice
Now follow this amazing tip
Better than throwing dice
Do first things—first!
Better sooner, than later
Darkest clouds now burst
Each challenge, take it on
Looking fear in the face
Reaping rewards, feeling strong
Handling life, forever free
Tearing up my membership
Procrastinator, no longer me
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From American writer and lecturer, Dale Carnegie: “Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit at home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”
Originally published March, 2020.
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Our faith is strengthened by our patient journey with the Lord. Listen and watch, He will lead us to the right door.
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(Updated April 17)
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