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

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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From Big Sky Buckeye

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

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.”

From My Journal (6/2)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Through God’s welcoming grace, faith fills hope’s light found in our Savior.

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 2)

From My Journal (6/1)

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Each sunset invites us back for tomorrow’s visit.

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 1)

Journey Fulfilled (Elfchen Series #205)

Unyielding

Running

With perseverance

Looking to Jesus

Rising with faith’s endurance

Disciplined

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Unwavering

Disciplined

Righteous spirit

Accepting Savior’s grace

Kneeling in steadfast prayer

Transformed

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Undoubting

Transformed

Mercy’s light

Leaving sin’s darkness

Finding love in Christ

Redeemed

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From My Journal (5/31)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Our Savior’s love fulfills our faith journey with hope, peace, and joy.

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 May 31)