Category Archives: Constructive Thought

All Meek, to All

Titus 3:1-2 (ASV) … be in subjection to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready unto every good work, to speak evil of no man, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all meekness toward all men.  … Continue reading

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Meek: Learn from the Best

Jesus said, Matthew 11:29 (JUB) … learn from Me. For I am meek and lowly in heart …   Jesus, who held the power that spoke our world into existence, changed this world with His meek and gentle actions. Be like … Continue reading

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Blessed Are the Meek

  We think of meek as a negative: a wimp, a doormat, a weakling who lets others take advantage of him. God sees meek as a positive.   Psalm 37:11 (ESV) But the meek shall inherit the land and delight … Continue reading

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Stirring Up Anger

I know a few people who are masters at stirring up anger. They know what words whispered to which person will get a fight started. Often, they walk away with an innocent look, unscathed by the battle they started. They … Continue reading

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It’s OK to Be Angry

  Here’s more Old and New Testament wisdom regarding anger:     Psalm 4:4 (ESV) Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent.  Ephesians 4:26-27 (ESV)  Be angry and do not … Continue reading

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Anger . . . Let It Go

I see more and more angry people–in the news, on social media, just going about their day-to-day activities. It’s not my anger, but it puts me on edge. It’s nothing new. David knew about it, back in Old Testament times. … Continue reading

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Sleepless for the Wrong Reason

Ecclesiastes 5:12 (AMP) The full stomach (greed) of the rich [who hungers for even more] will not let him sleep.   Let’s hunger for righteousness, not riches. Matthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they … Continue reading

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Sleep in Peace

Psalm 4:8 (ESV) In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Lord God, I give my worries over to You for the night. You’ll be up, You neither sleep nor slumber … Continue reading

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Sweet Sleep

Proverbs 3:24 (MEV) When you lie down, you will not be afraid; yes, you will lie down and your sleep will be sweet.   When you lie down . . . and what else? Check the context of Proverbs 3. … Continue reading

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Sleepless Nights

  Do you have trouble sleeping? This psalm’s for you.     Psalm 77:4, 6-7, 11-13 (CEV) Because of you, Lord God, I can’t sleep … Each night my mind is flooded with questions: “Have you rejected me forever?     Won’t you … Continue reading

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