From My Journal (3/17)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

With our faith attached to the Lord’s lantern, our hope for tomorrow will find its safe harbor.

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(Updated March 17)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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Jesus prayed nothing less for us than absolute oneness with Himself as He was one with the Father.

From John 17:20-21:  “I ask not only on behalf of these but also on behalf of those who believe in Me through their word, that they may all be one.  As You, Father, are in Me and I am in You, may they also be in Us, so that the world may believe that You have sent Me.”

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 (3/16)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

As we sometimes need to weather another storm, there is no greater feeling than making another safe landing.

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 March 16)

Action’s Steps (Elfchen Series #194)

Trusting

Hearing

Father’s desires

Deepening faith’s steps

Heart filled with grace

Believing

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Appreciating

Waiting

Faith’s adventure

Treasuring Father’s creation

Uniqueness of each day

Embracing

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Accepting

Floundering

Overwhelming trials

Father’s grace-filled light

Waiting at faith’s crossroads

Choosing

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This series of poems (written in the German-inspired style of Elfchen or Elevenie) shares a total of eleven words in each poem, with a sequence by line of one, two, three, four, and one words.

From My Journal (3/15)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

One’s unwavering faith coupled with trust in God’s promises yields an outlook filled with hope.

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 March 15)

John Maxwell Quote

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If you don’t have peace, it isn’t because someone took it from you; you gave it away.  You cannot always control what happens to you,but you can control what happens in you.

From Isaiah 26:3:  “Those of steadfast mind You keep in peace, in peace because they trust in You.”

John Maxwell (born 1947) is an American pastor, author, and speaker.  He has written numerous books about leadership, with a Christian point of view.

From My Journal (3/14)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Interaction with the world beyond our precious walls opens our senses to the daily peace sown by our Creator.

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 March 14)

By My Side

From Psalm 46:1:  “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

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Raging storms now surround

Trusting Him in hard times

Always, God by my side

With each step, hope shall climb

 

Anchoring in His peace

Nurturing faith through grace

Always, God by my side

Love flows from heaven’s place

 

Rising every morning

Spending time in prayer

Always, God by my side

Comfort found in His care

 

Silencing each tempest

Shining countenance beams

Always, God by my side

Journey heading downstream

 

Leading with righteous truth

Hearing mercy’s voice

Always, God by my side

Faith accepts blessed choice

 

Escaping from bondage

Following perfect light

Always, God by my side

Sheltered at His campsite

 

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From Psalm 28:7:  “The Lord is my strength and my shield; in Him my heart trusts; so I am helped, and my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to Him.”

From My Journal (3/13)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Faith’s transformational journey travels along a steady path with God’s timely Word.

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 March 13)

Berthold Auerbach Quote

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Being alone when one’s belief is firm, is not to be alone.

From Psalm 18:30:  “This God—His way is perfect; the promise of the Lord proves true; He is a shield for all who take refuge in Him.”

Berthold Auerbach (1812-1882) was a German poet and novelist.