From My Journal (2/8)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Our hope reaps the harvest of our faith.  Our faith is nourished from redemption found on a blood-stained cross.  Our salvation is sown with God’s love.

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(Updated February 8)

John Eldredge Quote

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God’s grand strategy, birthed in His grace toward us in Christ, and nurtured through the obedience of disciplined faith, is to release us into the redeemed life of our heart.

From Proverbs 3:5-6:  “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.  In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.”

John Eldredge (born 1960) is an American author, counselor, and lecturer on Christianity.  More details are available on his website:  wildatheart.org.

From My Journal (2/7)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When a writer immerses himself into the environment surrounding a possible theme, inspiration frequently finds a home.

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 February 7)

Truth Forevermore (Elfchen Series #287)

Seamless

Trusting

Heavenly lamp

Spirit’s faithful beacon

Heart illuminated in light

Clarity

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Dynamic

Placing

Burdens aside

Spirit’s embracing hope

Heart transformed by light

Tranquility

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Vibrant

Downloading

Resurrection’s peace

Spirit’s forgiving grace

Heart strengthened through light

Eternity

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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 (2/6)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Through reading Scripture, one’s journey into God’s Word offers countless opportunities to peel back its layers of truth.

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 February 6)

Watchman Nee Quote

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With fear and trembling we must reply upon God for guidance in the inner depths.  This is the sole way to walk according to the spirit.

From Psalm 143:10:  “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God.  Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.”

Watchman Nee (1903-1972) was a Chinese church leader and Christian teacher.  He authored a collection of Christian books, and he endured persecution for his beliefs.  Ultimately, he died while being imprisoned for the final twenty years of his life.

From My Journal (2/5)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The world’s problems need solutions instead of sideline critics’ harsh voices.

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(Updated February 5)

Messiah’s Love

From Colossians 13:13-14:  “Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.  Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.”

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Faith’s journey with Christ

Seeking all things above

Heavenly treasures wait

Revealed in Messiah’s love

 

Bitterness removed

Embracing Christian love

Salvation’s welcome voice

Nourished from heavens above

 

Spirit of patience

Spreading each truth of love

Just as Scripture teaches

Joined in Christ, grace shines above

 

God’s mercy forgives

Sharing peace from above

Harmony’s hope brings joy

Marked with unlimited love

 

Resurrection’s light

Raising praises of love

Redemption fills each heart

Witnessed by Lord from above

 

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From the words of American pastor, Harry Emerson Fosdick:  “Bitterness imprisons life; love releases it.”

From My Journal (2/4)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

In surrendering to our Lord and Savior, His love will transform and redefine our faith.

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 February 4)

Hannah Whitall Smith Quote

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God is the giver, and we are the receivers.  And His richest gifts are bestowed not upon those who do the greatest things, but upon those who accept His abundance and His grace.

From Numbers 6:22-26:  “The Lord spoke to Moses, saying, ‘Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying:  Thus you shall bless the Israelites.  You shall say to them:  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.'”

Hannah Whitall Smith (1832-1911) was an American lay speaker and Christian author.  She was an active voice during the women’s suffrage movement as well as the temperance movement in the United States.