Category Archives: Constructive Thought

The Voice on the Page

  “Thus says the Lord.” Repeated many times in Scripture, this is God’s voice at our fingertips, written in the Bible.   Isaiah 55:11 (NIV) So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to … Continue reading →

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The Voice Telling Me Where to Turn

Saturday, I drove through unfamiliar territory to a meeting far from home. I was grateful for the GPS voice guiding my way. Without her, I wouldn’t have arrived in the right place at the right time. I often wish God’s … Continue reading →

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The Great Storyteller

  Good stories are easy to remember. And Jesus was an expert storyteller: the Lost Sheep, the Prodigal Son, the Farmer Sowing Seed and so many more.   Matthew 13:34-35 (NLT) Jesus always used stories and illustrations like these when … Continue reading →

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Time for My Story

I’ve written my way through changing technology: pen and paper, an old-fashioned typewriter and a new-fangled Selectric, a cumbersome computer and a sleek laptop, even my cell phone. I’ve used erasers, Wite Out, correction tape and — my favorite — … Continue reading →

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Where’s My Story?

My story covers seven different US states. I’ve lived on a farm, in small towns, an urban center, modern suburbia, and picturesque countryside. I’ve been where everyone knew my name and where no one knew my name. I was never … Continue reading →

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Finding My Story

I love to tell stories, my own included. My story has already been written … by God. Psalm 139:16 (NLT) Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had … Continue reading →

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Without Question

Sometimes, questions aren’t what I need. Psalm 46:10 (ESV) Be still, and know that I am God.   Note to self: Stop talking! Listen for a change.   Good morning, Lord. I can be so busy asking You for something … Continue reading →

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An Honest Question

Romans 12:3 (NLT) … Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves … Before I get all hyped up, I should think, Is this even about me? Note to self: Honestly, most … Continue reading →

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A Question about Me

Next question I ask myself: What I would want in this situation? Matthew 7:12 (NIV)  So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you. Note to self: The verse does not say “do to them … Continue reading →

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A Good Question

Here’s another good question to ask myself before I act or speak: Will this bring good and not harm?   Proverbs 31:12 (NIV) She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. This verse describes the way … Continue reading →

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