Category Archives: Constructive Thought

Ambassador for Peace

2 Corinthians 5:20 (NASB) Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us; we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. Isaiah 9:6 … And the government will rest on His … Continue reading

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Live at Peace

I read the news, and I feel like peace is in short supply. Romans 12:18 (NIV)  If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. As far as it depends on me. My … Continue reading

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The Best Backseat Driver

Isaiah 30:21 (GNT) If you wander off the road to the right or the left, you will hear his voice behind you saying, “Here is the road. Follow it.”   The voice behind me — the Holy Spirit — best … Continue reading

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Rescue from the Potholes

Where I live, freezing, thawing, and the scrape of snowplows can leave a trail of potholes. They make for rough travel. I try my best to avoid them. I try to avoid spiritual potholes as well. When I fail, I … Continue reading

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Directions for the Trip

You may have heard this joke: Why did Moses wander in the desert for 40 years? Because he didn’t stop and ask for directions. Actually, Moses was following God’s directions. Me? Not so much. Proverbs 3:6 (GNT) Remember the Lord in everything … Continue reading

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Bright Headlights for My Trip

My night vision isn’t what it used to be. I was delighted to discover the headlights on our new car do a much better job of lighting my way. Yay for new technology!   Psalm 119:105 (MSG) By your words … Continue reading

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I’d Like a Map, Please

A new year brings me a new journal where I write down my goals and sketch out my plans to reach them. I try to map out my days, months and year. Back before GPS, when planning a trip, we’d … Continue reading

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Snow Worries

The noble woman of Proverbs isn’t worried. Proverbs 31:21 (NIV) When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. In the Old Testament, scarlet described thread woven into the Tabernacle and … Continue reading

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Snow Quiet

  I love the way snow muffles the neighborhood noise. I walked the dog in the early morning darkness, soaking in the stillness.   Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God. I can only speak for myself, … Continue reading

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Snow Plan

  Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.   By us, a morning snowstorm canceled the last day of school before Christmas break. Months earlier, the school board approved the schedule. It was posted on … Continue reading

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