From My Journal (7/29)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When nature’s grace shares her gifts, we discover unique ways to celebrate every moment.

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 July 29)

Margaret Read MacDonald Quotes

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All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today.

Whatever you do, put romance and enthusiasm into the lives of our children.

Margaret Read MacDonald (born 1940) is an American storyteller and award-winning author of children’s books.

Monday Memories: Pleasing to God

From Proverbs 13:7:  “Some pretend to be rich, yet have nothing; others pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.”

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Living a life, pleasing only to self

Ignoring God, leaving Him on a shelf

 

Competitive world, craving ambition

Pleasing to God, never this life’s mission

 

High expectations, demanding more time

Living the dream, seeking ladders to climb

 

Mankind commands, chasing full-time career

Pleasing to God, never happens this year

 

Targets set higher, with each passing week

Hustling to scale, another highest peak

 

Life fills with emptiness, something amiss

Pleasing to God, change focus . . . lasting bliss

 

God lights the way, spiritual journey

Coming to Him, forgo the attorney

 

Heart and mind, accept Father’s deepest love

Pleasing to God, eyes now find Him above

 

Daily meditation, filled with God’s Word

Rejoicing in His truth, no longer blurred

 

Priorities flip, following the Lord’s light

Pleasing to God, faithful voyage takes flight

 

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From Ephesians 5:8-10:  “For once you were darkness, but now in the Lord you are light. Live as children of light–for the fruit of the light is found in all that is good and right and true.  Try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord.”

Originally published November, 2020.

From My Journal (7/28)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

In finding refuge in Christ, His light transforms our journey away from the enemy’s darkness.

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 July 28)

Albert Einstein Quote

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Everything should be made as simple as possible.

From Proverbs 4:5-6:  “Get wisdom; get insight: do not forget nor turn away from the words of my mouth.  Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you.

From My Journal (7/27)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The light of Christ encourages our faith to respond with praise for His eternal love.

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 July 27)

Loretta Lynn Quote

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I wouldn’t have dared ask God for all that He’s given me.  I couldn’t have done it on my own.  I thank God every day for what I have.

From Psalm 107:1:  “O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever.”

Loretta Lynn (1932-2022) was an American country music singer and songwriter.  She was born in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky.

From My Journal (7/26)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Showing real empathy toward another means to “really” listen first.

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 July 26)

Jackie Joyner-Kersee Quotes

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The person who talks a lot or talks over people misses out because they weren’t listening.

I learned to listen and listen very well.  It helped me athletically and in the classroom as well.

Jackie Joyner-Kersee (both 1962) is an American track and field athlete.  Her prowess has been recognized by her excellence in the heptathlon and long jump.  Competing in four different summer Olympiads, she received three gold, one silver, and two bronze medals.

From My Journal (7/25)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

With faith in Christ, the unknown ahead of us doesn’t seem quite as daunting.

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 July 25)