From My Journal (8/25)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Our prayer journey connects us with our heavenly Father, one precious ribbon at a time.

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(Updated August 25)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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If we think of prayer as the breath in our lungs and the blood from our hearts, we think rightly.

From 1 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.”

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 (8/24)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Any story reads with more realism when we witness the imperfections of each character.

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(Updated August 24)

In Step With Jesus (Elfchen Series #214)

Trust

Pursuing

Faith’s righteousness

Light opens path

Steps honor Savior’s grace

Found

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Community

Building

Lasting relationships

Quiet reflection’s refreshment

Accepting Savior’s timeless grace

Strengthened

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Harvest

Tasting

Precious wisdom

Cultivating Savior’s grace

Sprinkled with tomorrow’s hope

Behold

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From My Journal (8/23)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When dealing with life’s disappointments, accepting the Lord’s grace allows for refueling one’s faith, which insures tomorrow’s hope-filled steps.

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(Updated August 23)

Charles Swindoll Quote

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It is only through Scripture, applied to our hearts by the Holy Spirit, that we receive the grace to trust God in everything.

From Hebrews 10:39:  “But we are not among those who shrink back and so are lost but among those who have faith and so preserve our souls.”

From My Journal (8/22)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Many of us often search for our lost moments of normalcy.

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(Updated August 22)

Peace Descending

From John 14:27:  “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.  I do not give to you as the world gives.  Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.”

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Faith’s treasured bouquet

Running short of petals

Once filled with brilliant colors

Now fading away

 

Another day stirs

One more petal succumbs

Little color to witness

Darkness closes in

 

Mercy knocks at door

Savior shares timely grace

Fullest, colorful petals

Light rises again

 

Daily bouquet breathes

Everlasting goodness

Heavenly peace descending

Hope singing with joy

 

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From Numbers 6:24-26:  “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.”

From My Journal (8/21)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

With every morning, we witness the Lord’s peace through another sunrise.  He strengthens our journey with His goodness.

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 August 21)

Henri Nouwen Quote

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Hope makes you see God’s guiding hand not only in the gentle and pleasant moments but also in the shadows of disappointment and darkness.

From Psalm 37:24-26:  “Our steps are made firm by the Lord when He delights in our way; though we stumble, we shall not fall headlong,  for the Lord holds us by the hand.”

Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch priest, professor, writer, and theologian.