Oswald Chambers Quote

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But be careful to remember that you are freed for one thing only–to  be absolutely devoted to your co-Worker.

From 1 Corinthians 3:9:  “For we are God’s coworkers, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.”

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 (2/11)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Few people really see our small victories over endless, daily challenges.

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(Updated February 11)

Faith’s Blessed Actions (Elfchen Series #139)

Stepping Up

Hearing

Christ’s call

Boldly following Him

Serving needs of others

Loving

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Life’s Turnabout

Loving

Jesus more

Leaving earthly ways

Rescued from tumultuous seas

Following

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Making Differences

Following

With humbleness

Touching another life

Living in Christ’s presence

Hearing

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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 (2/10)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

God’s perfection helps us to navigate life’s imperfect journey.

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(Updated February 10)

From My Journal (2/9)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Sadly, in today’s world of tiny bursts of information, we miss the rest of the story.

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(Updated February 9)

Paying Every Cost

From Matthew 4:16-17:  “The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned.”

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Beneath ocean’s depths

Hearing whispers of hope

God’s mercy always reigns

Transforming life’s scope

 

Atop mountain peaks

Echoing faith sings out

God’s righteousness descends

Removing all doubt

 

Across each valley

Lasting hymns, filled with pride

God’s nurturing love acts

Sending grace, Son guides

 

Throughout darkest world

Navigating light now leads

Christ’s faithful message calms

Healing’s peace proceeds

 

From Calvary’s cross

Searching for sheep, now lost

Good Shepherd never fails

Paying every cost

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From Hebrews 13:20-21:  “Now may the God of peace, who brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, make you complete in everything good so that you may do His will, as He works among us that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory forever.  Amen.”

From My Journal (2/8)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

God continues to invite us to accept His grace as we follow the faithful light of Jesus.

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(Updated February 8)

Robert Lowry Quote

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What can wash away my sin?  Nothing but the blood of Jesus.  (taken from the hymn, “Nothing But the Blood of Jesus”)

From 1 John 1:7:  “But if we walk in the light as He Himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.”

Robert Lowry (1826-1899) was an American preacher as well as an acclaimed hymn writer.  One of his most revered hymns is “Nothing But the Blood of Jesus.”  It was written in 1876, and it has been sung by many contemporary gospel singers.

From My Journal (2/7)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we reach out to enjoy nature, we seek the blessings of interacting with its divine treasures.

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)