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Monday Memories: Meeting at Last

Posted on February 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Luke 1:27-27: “In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary.”

When shall we ever meet?

Longing to meet my Lord

His lamp, lighting the way

Filled with love, now on board

Life’s laboring turmoil

Enchained by sin’s shackles

Christ offers lasting Grace

Freed from darkest jackals

Heaven’s gifts come to earth

Filled with unselfish love

Each dawn brings liberty

Embracing newfound love

Rejoice, again rejoice!

No more trembling in fear

Appearing like day’s sun

Safely home, Jesus steers

From Luke 24:50-53: “Then He led them out as far as Bethany, and, lifting up His hands, He blessed them. While He was blessing them, He withdrew from them and was carried up into heaven. And they worshiped Him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy; and they were continually in the temple blessing God.”

From My Journal (2/2)

Posted on February 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Prayer’s blessed avenue opens God’s gateway of peace, which nourishes one’s hope.

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 2)

Jerry Bridges Quote

Posted on February 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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The great antidote to anxiety is to come to God in prayer. We are to pray about everything. Nothing is too big for Him to handle, and nothing is too small to escape His attention.

From Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Jerry Bridges (1929-2016) was an American Christian author and speaker. In his autobiography, God Took Me by the Hand, Jerry said, “When I was seventeen years old, it seemed as if God took me by the hand and said, ‘Come with Me.’ And for more than sixty-five years, God has, as it were, continued to hold my hand and lead me in the path He has marked out for me.”

Measuring Every Word

Posted on February 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Proverbs 16:22: “Wisdom is a fountain of life to one who has it, but folly is the punishment of fools.”

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Wisdom’s fountain of life

Vision of Christ unblurred

Blessing days without strife

Measuring every word

Wisdom’s voice fills each mind

Left hand joins truth of right

Maturing faith aligned

Cascading from Christ’s light

Wisdom’s appetite knows

Joy in Christ, never cease

Sowing hope’s seeds, trust flows

Reaping from fields of peace

Wisdom’s patience merging

Just as Father hath planned

Witnessing strength surging

Reaching out from Christ’s hand

Wisdom’s honest sweetness

Christ transforms man’s blindness

Filling life’s completeness

Building grace of kindness

From Proverbs 16:24: “Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”

From My Journal (2/1)

Posted on February 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Sometimes the emptiness we may face leaves our emotional well empty of words.

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 1)

Oswald Chambers Quote

Posted on February 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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.

Special Guest Post: In Your Way

Posted on January 31, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

I see the sunrise.

The day is new.

I lift my voice Lord, in praise to You.

I feel the warmth of Your care.

I know You’re with me everywhere.

All Your goodness, I must share with those I meet.

I know You’re here, God.

To You I yield.

I thank You Father, for You are real.

You give Your strength when I’m weak.

You lead me as Your will I seek.

In my spirit, I feel peace as I praise You.

I see Your children,

Live in defeat.

I share Your love, God, with those I meet.

I know our life is Your Son.

In Him, the war’s already won.

All Your mercy, You do give to all for free.

I worship Father,

My heart renews.

I thank You Jesus for all You do.

I feel Your strength when I fail.

You protect me when the storms rail.

All Your love holds me through sorrow and through pain.

Oh Lord, please live Your life through me.

Shine through me every day.

Every moment, help me stay . . .

Walking . . . talking . . . loving . . .

In Your way!

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Today’s Christian poem is one of several contained in BITS ‘N’ PIECES OF MY HEART. The proud writer is my wife, Colleen Peterson.

From her own words:

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.

Colleen appreciates the kind reception her book has received. It is available on your favorite online bookstore site.

From My Journal (1/31)

Posted on January 31, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

There waits faith’s light, which allows us to see our Father’s divine target. His Word encourages our journey to embrace His righteousness.

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 January 31)

Charlotte Bronte Quote

Posted on January 31, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

I try to avoid looking forward or backward, and try to keep looking upward.

From Psalm 121:1-2: “I lift up my eyes to the hills—from where will my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”

Charlotte Bronte (1816-1855) was an English novelist and poet. Many of her writings are considered classics in English literature.

Salvation’s Refreshment (Elfchen Series #286)

Posted on January 30, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Quenching

All

Who thirst

Seek living waters

Flowing into believer’s heart

Come

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Enriching

Given

From Jesus

Precious living waters

Flowing from Spirit’s depths

Life

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Praising

Accepting

Christ’s nourishment

Blessed living waters

Flowing outward from heavens

Grace

From Isaiah 12:3: “With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.”

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