Enlightened vision
Moving beyond next summit—
Goals looking forward
Disappointment comes
Marooned in valley’s darkness—
Sunrise lifts spirit
Turning life’s next page
Heart opens another door–
Deepened excitement
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All of mankind is called to embrace positive change. We can no longer be satisfied with just keeping score.
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(Updated June 24)
We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference.
It is not where you start but how high you aim that matters for success.
Nelson Mandela overcame oppression and imprisonment to become President of South Africa (1994-1999). His unwavering opposition to the nation’s policy of apartheid led to much change in his beloved country.
From Psalm 94:1-2: “O Lord, you God of vengeance, you God of vengeance, shine forth! Rise up, O judge of the earth; give to the proud what they deserve!”
Holy, perfect Father
Bringing justice for all
Earth’s one, ultimate Judge
Love covers, like rainfall
Truest God of vengeance
Providing blessed Grace
Living high in Heaven
Father’s firm hand, in place
Lives thirst for discipline
Teaching knowledge, His Word
Knowing our hollow thoughts
Empty breath, minds stand blurred
Over the roaring seas
On highest mountaintops
Across fertile valleys
Earth’s Judge shall never stop
Gracious to believers
God’s goodness and kindness
Through our faith, accept Grace
Love overcomes blindness
Judging with righteousness
God’s law rules over all
Vanquishing the wicked
Justice builds righteous walls
From Psalm 98:8-9: “Let the floods clap their hands; let the hills sing together for joy at the presence of the Lord, for He is coming to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with equity.”
Originally published November, 2020.
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One’s faith journey is inspired to walk with Jesus each day. His righteous light will always lead each of us away from the enemy’s darkness.
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 23)
Our need is not to prove God’s faithfulness but to demonstrate our own, by trusting Him both to determine and to supply our needs according to His will.
From 1 Corinthians 4:2: “Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found trustworthy.”
John MacArthur (born 1939) is an American pastor and Christian author.
From Psalm 23:6: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord my whole life long.”
Searching for life’s certainty
Facing darkness without end
Seeking mercy’s treasured light
Father’s truth will never bend
Praying for darkness to leave
Believing in light above
Accepting His timely grace
Father’s gentle touch of love
Walking into valley’s light
Stepping toward Heaven’s gate
Watching darkness crawl away
Father’s certainty creates
Rising from Calvary’s death
Trusting Savior’s final words
Defeating darkness at last
Father’s light no longer blurred
Feeling certainty redeemed
Tearing apart chains of sin
Seeing Eternity’s light
Father’s benevolence wins
From 2 Timothy 2:8-10: “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David—that is my gospel, for which I suffer hardship, even to the point of being chained like a criminal. But the word of God is not chained. Therefore I endure everything for the sake of the elect, so that they may also obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.”
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Genuine peace will always be awakened from the certainty of God.
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 22)
Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good.
From 2 Thessalonians 5:16-18: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Maya Angelou (1928-2014) was an American author, poet, and civil rights activist. Her body of published work is found in autobiographies, essays, poems, and numerous credits in plays, movies, and television shows.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
A rooster lays an egg on a rooftop. Which way does it roll?
(answer found at the end of this post)
Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, served from 1923 to 1929. He assumed office after the unexpected death of President Warren G. Harding on August 2, 1923.
Here are a few interesting facts about President Coolidge:
Nicknamed “Silent Cal” by his peers, President Coolidge was known for his quiet demeanor. His life’s story centered around a reputation of being an honest man with uncharacteristic integrity. His full name was John Calvin Coolidge, Jr. Before entering politics, his primary career had been a lawyer.
Coolidge’s political career as a Progressive Republican began in 1906 when he was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives. He later served as mayor of Northampton before being elected to the Massachusetts Senate in 1914. He was elected to the governorship of Massachusetts in 1918.
During his term as Governor, he dealt with the Boston police strike in 1919. He activated the state’s National Guard to provide safety and protection during the absence of police officers. This event brought Coolidge upon the national stage, which ultimately led to his nomination as the Republican choice for Vice President on the ticket with Warren G. Harding.
The duo of Harding and Coolidge swept the Election of 1920. As Vice President, Coolidge was the first ever to attend cabinet meetings. In late summer of 1923, Harding’s sudden death propelled Coolidge into the Presidency.
President Coolidge finished out the remaining time of Harding’s term. He was elected to his own term of office in the Election of 1924. He won decisively over two other candidates: Democratic John W. Davis of West Virginia and Progressive Robert M. La Follette from Wisconsin.
The “Roaring Twenties” brought unparalleled prosperity to America during Coolidge’s time as President. The economy experienced rapid growth, and the country moved forward from the aftermath of the Great War. The President’s conservative approach provided stable leadership.
Coolidge cleaned up the lingering corruption left from the Harding administration. He was a strong proponent of immigration reform as well as protective tariffs. He favored a hands-off approach in steering America’s financial and economic footprints.
In the summer of 1927, he decided that he would not run for re-election in 1928. He felt that he wanted to follow the tradition of George Washington and others in serving only two terms, even though he was not in office for the full eight years.
Nowhere. A rooster does not lay eggs.
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