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Vance Havner Quote

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If you are a Christian, you are not a citizen of this world trying to get to heaven; you are a citizen of heaven making your way through this world.

From Ephesians 2:18-20:  “For through Him both of us have access in one Spirit to the Father.  So then, you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the cornerstone.”

Vance Havner (1901-1986) was an American pastor and Christian author.  During his many years of service to the Lord, he preached throughout America.

From My Journal (6/6)

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When we share a smile with someone, we exchange the joy find in our heart.

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 6)

Always Stand Firm

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From Matthew 8:24-25:  “A windstorm suddenly arose on the sea, so great that the boat was being swamped by the waves, but He was asleep.  And they went and woke Him up, saying, ‘Lord, save us!  We are perishing!'”

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Swamped by storm’s endless waves

Darkness covers waters

Perishing, “Lord, save us”

Every son and daughter

 

Deceived by enemy

Lord brings light upon scene

Watching evilness flee

Savior transforms faith’s genes

 

Filled with courageous strength

Darkness gives in to light

Witnessing, “Lord with us”

Mercy boards rescue’s flight

 

Glorified God in Christ

Lord teaches how to love

Rising beyond death’s tomb

Infinite grace above

 

Urged to always stand firm

Darkness shrinking away

Hearing Lord, “Do not fear”

Righteousness paves His way

 

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From Isaiah 41:13:  “For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, ‘Do not fear, I will help you.'”

From My Journal (6/5)

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The Lord’s resolute foundation will always provide our faith with its trusted bedrock to stand upon.

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 5)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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We act like pagans in a crisis, only one out of a crowd is daring enough to bank his faith in the character of God.

From Luke 9:61-62:  “Another said, ‘I will follow you, Lord, but let me first say farewell to those at my home.’  And Jesus said to him, ‘No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.'”

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.

From My Journal (6/4)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

May mankind seek higher ground while searching to live in harmony.

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 4)

Monday Memories: Through Another Lens

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Special Note:  Sometimes my early morning time brings God’s Word into greater focus.  This poem walks through a day filled with His vision.

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Waking up early on a darkened, rainy day

Unable to walk, disrupting my morn with gray

 

Turning off the news, craving a necessary break

Immersing in other blogs, with their unique take

 

Sharing thoughtful comments, here and there

Always reminded, so many people truly care

 

This stubborn mind stores much, obsolete clutter

Causing my mature engine to cough and sputter

 

Life’s music sometimes offers a stimulating tune

Witnessing other perspectives, into an afternoon

 

Discovering positive discussions, comforting my mind

Challenging me to see, steps lead to future grace to find

 

Life’s lens sometimes fails, entirely clouded over

Like searching for a four-leaf, in a field of clover

 

As a culture, broadcasting anew from many landscapes

Exchanging ideas, opening our lens to exciting escapes

 

Our Lord, fashioning in us a curious intellect to wear

Stepping out, witnessing life as others wish to share

 

Reading God’s Word, helping to clear the murky view

Seeing life through His lens, aligning honest and true

 

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Originally published March, 2020.

From My Journal (6/3)

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God’s promises fulfill His desire in helping mankind to change their compass setting.

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 3)

Reba McEntire Quote

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I can’t imagine living a life without God in my life.  He’s my confidant, He’s my advisor, He’s my director.

From Psalm 25:4-5:  “Make me to know Your ways, O Lord; teach me Your paths.  Lead me in Your truth and teach me, for You are the God of my salvation; for You I wait all day long.”

Reba McEntire (born 1955) is an American country music singer and actress.  She has earned the nickname of “Queen of Country.”

Hope’s Security

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From Psalm 1:5-6:  “Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous, for the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.”

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Time forever witnessed

Gathered in God’s hands

Blessing with His patience

Every minute planned

 

Given choice of two ways

Passed on wicked’s advice

Choosing God’s righteous path

Grace pays entry’s price

 

Faith guiding each next step

Called by God to pause

Waiting for His command

Timeless counsel draws

 

Spirit, water, and blood

Filled with purity

Believing in God’s Son

Hope’s security

 

Deeply-rooted faith sown

Watered with God’s love

Overcoming darkness

Harvest’s light above

 

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From 1 John 5:6-8:  “This is the one who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ, not with the water only but with the water and the blood.  And the Spirit is the one that testifies, for the Spirit is the truth.  There are three that testify:  the Spirit and the water and the blood, and these three agree.”