Category Archives: Constructive Thought

Moving Picture Prayers

  Let me share a wordless answer to prayer.  Our keys were missing. We looked everywhere — no keys. I prayed.   We need to find them, Lord. Moments later, a short video played in my head. It showed our … Continue reading

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Wordless Prayers

  Romans 8:26 (CEV) When we don’t know what to pray for, the Spirit prays for us in ways that cannot be put into words.   God needs no words.

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Thoughtful Prayers

  Psalm 139:4 (NIV) Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely.   We don’t have to put our prayers into words. God hears our thoughts and feelings.

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What and Where on My Prayer List

  Psalm 122:7 (ERV) May there be peace within your walls. Psalm 122 refers specifically to Jerusalem. And yes, I do pray for the peace of Jerusalem. But this prayer can apply to so many places. When I lock my … Continue reading

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Prickly People on My Prayer List

  Some folks are challenging, even toxic. I try to ignore them.     One day, as I put distance between me and a prickly person, God nudged me. No one is praying for him. You be first. Imagine that! … Continue reading

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Pop-Ups on My Prayer List

  Sometimes a name or face comes to my mind out of nowhere. It may be a call to prayer.     I have no idea why. I don’t know what to pray.  Your will be done, Lord. Fill them … Continue reading

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What More on My Prayer List?

  What more? Scripture. I can’t go wrong taking my prayers straight from Bible.   For example (from Ephesians 3:16-19): Father God, strengthen them with the Holy Spirit’s power. Jesus Christ, dwell in their hearts. May they be rooted and … Continue reading

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What’s on My 2022 Prayer List?

Last week we covered who’s on my prayer list (everyone) and when I should pray (all the time). We looked at a couple items on my list: to live peaceful lives and avoid temptation. What else? Let’s start with what … Continue reading

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One More Name on My 2022 Prayer List

  My prayer list is incomplete without one more name. Mine.   Matthew 26:41 (ESV) Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. 1 Peter 5:8 (AMPC) Be … Continue reading

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Who and What on My 2022 Prayer List

  1 Timothy 2:2 (MSG) Pray especially for rulers and their governments to rule well so we can be quietly about our business of living simply, in humble contemplation. Who? Elected officials Judges Appointees Regulators Support staff for all of … Continue reading

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