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Henry Drummond Quote
No one can get Joy by merely asking for it. It is one of the ripest fruits of the Christian life, and, like all fruits, must be grown.
From Philippians 4:4-6: “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”
Henry Drummond (1851-1897) was a Scottish evangelist, writer, and lecturer.
Henry David Thoreau Quote
The smallest seed of faith is better than the largest fruit of happiness.
From Psalm 126:6: “Those who go out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shall come home with shouts of joy, carrying their sheaves.”
Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862) was an American naturalist, poet, and philosopher. Influenced by Ralph Waldo Emerson and Nathaniel Hawthorne, many of his writings reflected upon living in natural surroundings.
Creator’s Spirit
From Genesis 1:1-3: “When God began to create the heavens and the earth, the earth was complete chaos, and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.”
Stillness of another day
Creator’s spirit thrives
Composing eloquent song
Gentleness arrives
Morning’s sun always arrives
Creator’s love surrounds
Flowing with eternal peace
Harmony’s background
Wilderness coming alive
Creator’s welcome breath
Fathering tomorrow’s hope
Life renews from death
Nature’s intimate whispers
Creator’s rhythmic beat
Offering eternal joy
Love where rivers meet
Daylight replaces nightfall
Creator’s timeless clock
Aligning earth with heavens
Spirit’s key unlocks
From John 1:1-3: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being.”
Grenville Kleiser Quotes
A great river is not aimless. It has direction and purpose. So also must a good life have a definite aim; all its strength and fullness must be turned in one direction.
Be grateful for the joy of life. Be glad for the privilege of work. Be thankful for the opportunity to give and serve.
Grenville Kleiser (1968-1935) was an American author. Many of his writings offered inspiration and guidance for personal development.
Holiest Presence (Elfchen Series #257)
Breath
Messiah’s
Infant face
Witnessing Father’s love
Kingdom shall never end
Majesty
Afterglow
Mother’s
Ultimate favor
Bearing Father’s Son
Love filled with Spirit
Destiny
Remembrance
Savior’s
Humble Beginnings
Stable’s common feedbox
Angels praise Father’s joy
Light
All photographs courtesy of Pinterest.
Henri Nouwen Quote
Joy is the experience of knowing that you are unconditionally loved.
From John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world but in order that the world might be saved through Him.”
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch priest, professor, writer, and theologian.
Enlightened Testaments (Haiku Series #329)
Delivered Grace
Parched landscape cries out
Relay of scattered showers—
Raining tears of joy
Spirit Rests
Darkness arriving
Gentle sunset’s fading light—
Landscape’s nightly peace
Watchful Eyes
Precious resources
Stewardship of earthly gifts—
Tomorrow brightens
Praises of Joy
Witnessing God’s mercy
Praises of joy heard above
Rejoicing in His presence
Angels’ voices share love
Flowing with love-filled peace
God’s divine plan offers hope
Turning back enemy’s breath
Grace flows down Zion’s slope
Gathering Shepherd’s flock
Each sinner trusts light ahead
Exulting in God’s glory
Fed from love’s daily bread
Coming to Calvary
Christ bearing salvation’s key
Raising love beyond heavens
Debts nailed to brutal tree
Embracing righteousness
Darkness no longer pursues
Proclaiming risen Good News
Savior’s love, always true
Charles Stanley Quote
Christians should reflect Jesus to the world so that all can share in the joy of salvation.
From Galatians 2:19-20: “For through the law I died to the law, so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.”
Charles Stanley (1932-2023) was an American pastor and Christian writer. He was dedicated to leading a teaching ministry.
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