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May the sunshine of life energize each of us.
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 July 6)
Calling
Upon Father
Hearing my voice
His righteousness nourishes faith
Energizing
Kneeling
Before Father
Accepting my repentance
His erasing sin’s scorecard
Forgiving
Trusting
Father’s promises
Transforming my wilderness
His steady compass navigates
Following
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Morning’s steadfast light greets us again with Father’s 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 July 5)
Pay attention to the people God puts in your path if you want to discern what God is up to in your life.
From Romans 8:28: “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.”
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch priest, professor, writer, and theologian.
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Bless the Lord for greeting us each morning with another sunrise.
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 July 4)
From 1 Timothy 6:6-8: “Of course, there is great gain in godliness combined with contentment, for we brought nothing into the world, so that we can take nothing out of it, but if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these.”
Waking to another day
Spurning Father’s safety rope
This world demands perfection
Without Heaven’s faithful hope
Feeling pressure with each step
Witnessing ungodliness
Imperfect world falling apart
Father’s hope in godliness
Slowing down journey’s high speed
Pausing to count each blessing
Hope pursues His righteousness
Father’s truth now addressing
Discovering contentment
Filling hope with timely grace
Senseless desires abandoned
Father’s peace comes to embrace
Cherishing Oneness in hope
Sending trusted Light to bear
Forgiveness from divine Rock
Father’s Son shall truly care
From 1 Timothy 6:13-14: “ In the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who in His testimony before Pontius Pilate made the good confession, I charge you to keep the commandment without spot or blame until the manifestation of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
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Each of us will discover an avenue filled with hope. It’s found in our Father’s 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 July 3)
“God is our Refuge”–nothing can come through that shelter.
From Psalm 31:3-4: “You are indeed my rock and my fortress; for Your name’s sake lead me and guide me; take me out of the net that is hidden for me, for You are my refuge.”
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.
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Sharing a smile offers a greeting as warm and welcome as a brilliant morning sunrise.
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 July 2)
From John 8:32: “And you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”
Blessed land stretching from ocean to ocean
Spacious skies wink at fields of abundant grain
Framed in by towering, majestic mountains
God’s Grace covering the land like fruitful rain
Lady Liberty extends her message of hope
Calling out, only demanding to breathe free
Ensuring freedom for the huddled masses
Keeping her torch lite, from sea to shining sea
Asking God to mend a nation’s ills and flaws
Lifting praises up to the Father above
His glory be forever praised here below
Liberty and freedom shall ring, filled with love
Forgiving our nation’s errors and transgressions
Healing hearts of discord, peace now safeguarded
Leading this nation out of its dark wilderness
Remembering an old path, long discarded
Nation founded from scratch, with lasting vision
“All men are created equal” crying out
Endowed from the Creator, come certain rights
Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness shout
“America the Beautiful” is a beloved song. You are invited to listen to this familiar song, as sung by Lee Greenwood.
Originally published July, 2020.
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