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Category Archives: Constructive Thought
Dishonest Self-Talk
I moan to myself as I get in the car, “Everything hurts.” Truth is, I have a bum knee. The rest of me is just fine. I can walk, drive, sit and stand, carry in my arms and write with … Continue reading
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Tagged John 8:44, lie to myself, lies, self-talk
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Acceptable Self-Talk
I talk to myself — usually in one-liners: “That was dumb.” “Klutz!” “Well duh.” My self-talk is mostly sarcastic, critical or dispiriting. I don’t think it measures up to God’s standard. Psalm 19:14 (MEV) Let the words of my mouth … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptable in God's sight, Psalm 19:14, self-talk
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The Peace of Jesus
John 16:33 (NIV) I [Jesus] have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. In this world we have trouble … … Continue reading
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Tagged John 16:33, peace, trouble
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Perfect Peace
Isaiah 26:3 (ESV) You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. When my mind is focused more on the news than on my God, peace is hard to find. … Continue reading
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Tagged Isaiah 26:3, John 14:1, perfect peace
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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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Tagged 2 Corinthians 5:20, Isaiah 9:6, peace, Prince of Peace
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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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Tagged peace, Romans 12:18
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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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Tagged backseat driver, Holy Spirit, Isaiah 30:21, new year
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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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Tagged Isaiah 41:10, new year, potholes, Psalm 40:2
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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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Tagged ask for directions, new year, Proverbs 3:6
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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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Tagged headlights, light for my path, new year, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 27:1
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