Source of Strength

From Isaiah 9:2:  The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.”

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Facing each new trial

Fearing defeat once more

Source of strength found in Christ

Witnessing His open door

 

Darkness shrinking away

Mercy’s light shining in

Source of hope found in Christ

Faith’s renewal now begins

 

Hearing His trusted Word

Walking truth’s righteous road

Source of hope found in Christ

Lessoning life’s heavy load

 

Bloodied cross flows with tears

Empty tomb sharing light

Source of joy found in Christ

Enemy’s lies taking flight

 

Accepting morning’s grace

Forgiving every sin

Source of love found in Christ

Believing what’s felt within

 

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From Joel 3:16:  “The Lord roars from Zion and utters His voice from Jerusalem, and the heavens and the earth shake.  But the Lord is a refuge for His people, a stronghold for the people of Israel.”

From My Journal (3/24)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

In any Christian’s journey, endless joys and challenges will be a part of life.  Through it all, there remains one faithful constant—Jesus.

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(Updated March 24)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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Jesus is saying that the great care of the life is to put the relationship to God first, and everything else second.

From Matthew 6:33:  “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

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 (3/23)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When one’s daily outlook finds the best compass heading, more accurate navigation is possible in following up on the humble blessings received from others.

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 23)

Mercy’s Everlasting Light (Elfchen Series #195)

One Body

Sharing

Spirit’s light

Motivating one another

Love-filled grace working

Encouragement

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Never Alone

Trusting

Father’s Word

Depths of understanding

Lighting faith’s bold path

Righteousness

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Risen Hope

Accepting

Resurrection’s light

Witnessed at Calvary

Jesus paid our debts

Love

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From My Journal (3/22)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

God’s steadfast mercy will continue to lead us to His light.

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(Updated March 22)

Horace Bushnell Quote

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Every man’s life is a plan of God.

From Psalm 32:8:  “I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will counsel you with My eye upon you.”

Horace Bushnell (1802-1876) was an American pastor and Christian theologian.

From My Journal (3/21)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Even in the night, our faith feeds upon the Lord’s light.

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 21)

Day After Day

From Psalm 17:5:  “My steps have held fast to Your paths; my feet have not slipped.”

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Day after day

Another journey waits

Absorbing Savior’s Word

Keeping our righteous path straight

 

Day after day

Enemy surrounds thee

Witnessing Savior’s love

Grasping His truth, always free

 

Day after day

Darkness shames life of sin

Rising, Savior confronts

Locking faith’s righteous linchpin

 

Day after day

Blindness in faith creeps in

Praying for Savior’s grace

Casting His light from within

 

Day after day

Hope finds security

Blessing from Savior’s heart

Bestowing His purity

 

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From Matthew 5:8:  “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”

From My Journal (3/20)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

From our blessed Savior’s act of ultimate grace, we are allowed to step into freedom’s light with Him.

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 20)