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Obedience of One

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From James 1:22: “But be doers of the word and not merely hearers who deceive themselves.”

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Father’s expectations
Obedience to His Word
Man’s imperfect faith
Heaven’s light remains blurred

Father addressed as Lord
Mankind’s trust remains distant
Shallow commitment
Actions inconsistent

Father’s observations
Each believer falling short
Every fool’s errand
Without Heaven’s passport

Father’s forthright guidance
Witnessed journey of His Son
Righteousness of Christ
Obedience of One

Father’s harmony breathes
Through Savior’s perfect actions
Unblemished lamb’s grace
Source of sin’s retraction
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From Romans 5:19: “For just as through the one man’s disobedience the many were made sinners, so through the one man’s obedience the many will be made righteous.”

Every Detail

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From James 1:2-4: “My brothers and sisters, whenever you face various trials, consider it all joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance complete its work, so that you may be complete and whole, lacking in nothing.”

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Creator’s lessons
Persistent light
Filled with endurance
Growth taking flight

Father’s watchful eye
Every detail
Patient, daily breath
Peace without fail

Creator’s guidance
Grace fills each day
Molded through His love
Faith’s only way

Father’s faithfulness
Hope’s rising tides
Tireless in nature
Mercy untied

Creator’s impulse
Daily outreach
Always on target
Wisdom shall teach
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From Proverbs 2:9-10: “Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity, every good path, for wisdom will come into your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.”

Francois Fenelon Quote

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Commit yourself then to God! He will be your guide.

From Isaiah 58:11: “The Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your needs in parched places and make your bones strong, and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water whose waters never fail.”

Francois Fenelon (1651-1715) was a French theologian, poet, and writer.  He has been widely remembered as the author of THE ADVENTURES OF TELEMACHUS.

Safe Harbor (Elfchen Series #298)

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Assurance

Embracing

Father’s outlook

Righteousness must lead

Supported with His love

Light

Breakthrough

Leaving

World’s darkness

Righteousness fills spirit

Highlighting journey toward Jesus

Discovering

Guidance

Possessing

Treasured grace

Righteousness offers peace

Father’s eternity of love

Faith

Saint Augustine Quote

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God thirsts to be thirsted after.

From Isaiah 58:11:  “The Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your needs in parched places and make your bones strong, and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water whose waters never fail.”

Spiritual Passion

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From Proverbs 15:29:  “The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.”

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Faith’s spiritual passion

Daily maintenance called for

Lifting eyes up to heavens

Jesus serves as our mentor

 

Faith’s inner fire rekindled

Daily repentance of sins

Correcting compass setting

Jesus locks in hope’s linchpin

 

Faith’s embrace of Father’s Word

Daily reading offers peace

Meditating on each verse

Jesus brings truth to release

 

Faith’s encouragement rises

Daily infusion of love

Sending Spirit as our guide

Jesus shares grace from above

 

Faith’s living relationship

Daily eagerness to serve

Tackling opportunities

Jesus flattens every curve

 

From 1 John 5:4:  “For whatever is born of God conquers the world.  And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith.”

Moments of Affirmation (Elfchen Series #289)

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Guidance

Father

Calling us

Accepting His Word

Trusting His divine plan

Faithfulness

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Assurance

Father

Empowering us

Igniting spirit’s fire

Lighting way through darkness

Trustworthy

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Endurance

Father

Teaching us

Forgiving each stumble

Sending out as disciples

Worthiness

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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.

Oswald Chambers Quote

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I know that Jesus Christ did not come to teach only:  He came to make me what He teaches I should be.

From Colossians 1:9-10:  “For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God’s will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God.”

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.

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.

Oswald Chambers Quote

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If our common sense decisions are not God’s order, He will press them and check; then we must be quiet and wait for the direction of His presence.

From Isaiah 40:31:  “But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”

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.