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When we intentionally slow down our thoughts and actions, we will be blessed with a far deeper experience.
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 September 9)
From Hebrews 11:6: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would approach Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him.”
Living without faith
Never pleasing to God
Scripture grows musty
Seeing life as a fraud
Lacking true knowledge
Missing God’s living Word
Whole heart feels empty
Running with the wrong herd
Callous attitude
Faith absent, lonesome walk
Mind unbelieving
AWOL from Shepherd’s flock
Holy Trinity
Faith’s long forgotten light
Father, Son, Spirit
Blessed angels take flight
From Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.”
Originally published December, 2020.
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Whether one is decluttering a lifetime of stuff or removing the darkness that attempts to diminish one’s faith, Christ’s blessed light will simplify and strengthen the journey ahead.
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 September 8)
God carries your picture in His wallet.
From Psalm 32:10: “Many are the torments of the wicked, but steadfast love surrounds those who trust in the Lord.”
Tony Campolo (1935-2024) was an American sociologist, pastor, and Christian author.
From John 14:23-24: “Jesus answered him, ‘Those who love me will keep My word, and My Father will love them, and We will come to them and make Our home with them. Whoever does not love Me does not keep My words, and the word that you hear is not Mine but is from the Father who sent Me.”
Called to daily worship
Time spent with Father’s Word
Sharing insight about life
His light no longer blurred
Worry replaced by faith
Closeness to Father’s voice
Praising every morning’s peace
His grace offers thee choice
Earthly things mean little
Truth found in Father’s Word
Seeking treasure in Heaven
His mercy freshly stirred
Wisdom gains its foothold
Nourished from Father’s voice
Understanding life’s purpose
His promises rejoice
From Psalm 18:13: “The Lord also thundered in the heavens, and the Most High uttered His voice.”
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God’s truth can be best absorbed with a consistent schedule of reading and studying His 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 September 7)
Our calling is to be faithful in the demanding tasks, whether that is our education, our marriage, our occupation, of just the daily grind of life.
From Isaiah 50:10: “Who among you fears the Lord and obeys the voice of his servant, who walks in darkness and has no light, yet trusts in the name of the Lord and relies upon his God?”
Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.
You think my life is dull.
Your judgement has been made.
You haven’t given me a chance.
You’ve cast the part I’ve played.
But listen, friend.
Comprehend.
It’s far from the end when you give yourself to Christ.
New life will just begin!
We have fun too.
Life is not a drag.
We love to smile and laugh,
when things begin to lag.
Each day is a new adventure.
Each day is a joyful song.
Each day is a bright beginning,
laughing, loving, growing strong!
You think I have no friends.
That’s where you’re really wrong
Because the friends I have are true.
They last a lifetime long.
So, listen now.
Find out how.
You can see right now if you give your life to Christ.
New life will just begin!
We have fun too.
Life is not a drag.
We love to smile and laugh,
when things begin to lag.
Each day is a new adventure.
Each day is a joyful song.
Each day is a bright beginning,
laughing, loving, growing strong!
Today’s poem was written by my wife, Colleen. It is another selection from her recently published book, BITS ‘N’ PIECES OF MY HEART.
Her work has been accepted to become part of a local bookstore’s Christian and Family collection. Her own words describe the book:
BITS ‘N’ PIECES OF MY HEART contains stories, devotions and poetry for the adults, activities to do with your children, and fun little songs. The devotions and poetry will strongly open up your faith walk to more of God’s light. Doing the fun activities and singing little songs with your children will bring smiles to everyone’s heart.
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As one walks in faithfulness with Jesus, His light will bless and lead one’s next transforming step.
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 September 6)
Christ is the aperture through which the immensity and magnificence of God can be seen.
From John 14:6-7: “ Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. If you know Me, you will know My Father also. From now on you do know Him and have seen Him.'”
J. B. (John Bertram) Phillips (1906-1982) was an English Bible translator, Christian author, and Anglican pastor.
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