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Category Archives: Constructive Thought
Prayer for the Nations
Is there war on the horizon? God knows. Psalm 33:10-12 (ESV) The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; he frustrates the plans of the peoples. The counsel of the Lord stands forever, the plans of his heart to all generations. Blessed … Continue reading
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Love This Prayer
If you follow this blog, you know that I love simple, time-tested prayers like this one: A perfect prayer for ourselves and others.
Pray for Love
Matthew 5:44 (ERV) Love your enemies. Pray for those who treat you badly. OK, I can pray for my enemies. But when I do, I must also pray for myself — because loving them doesn’t come easily!
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Pray with Love
You probably know this children’s song: “Jesus loves me this I know For the Bible tells me so.” Anna Bartlett Warner, 1859 Maybe you’ve sung it. I learned this version many years ago. “I love Jesus, does He know? … Continue reading
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Pray to Love
Jesus said, John 13:34 (CEV) You must love each other, just as I have loved you. O Lord, teach me to love!
Love to Pray
February 14. Valentines Day. A perfect day for a little talk with Jesus. I talk, he listens. He talks, I listen. Song of Songs 2:8 (GW) I hear my beloved’s voice. Look! Here he comes. Jesus … Continue reading
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Prayer for Such a Time as This
In the book of Esther, we find Mordecai urging Esther to use her influence with the king to save her people. Esther 4:14 (NIV) Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as … Continue reading
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There’s Always Time for Prayer
Back when I was a kid, I heard many a TV commercial claim, “There’s always room for Jello.” And yes, even a big meal left enough room for a bit of fruity sweetness. Likewise, there’s always time for … Continue reading
Rushed Prayer Time
Yesterday we thought about sweet hours of prayer. Today we focus on frantic moments. David shared one such moment: Psalm 70:1 (NIRV) Please, God, rescue me! Lord, hurry and help me! Long and sweet. short and frenzied … Continue reading
Time to Pray
Wondering when to pray? Anytime! Psalm 55:17 (YLT) Evening, and morning, and noon, I meditate, and make a noise, and He heareth my voice. God’s listening — anytime, all the time.