Category Archives: Constructive Thought

Give Happiness

  I finished packing two Operation Christmas Child boxes. It wasn’t hard.     I picked out the items over the past few weeks. The check to cover the shipping won’t stress our bank account. A gift that requires so … Continue reading

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Pray for the Days to Come

1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV) I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.  … Continue reading

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Pray the Day After

  The day after — no gloating, no whining.     Lord God, clothe the winners with gratitude and humility. Clothe the losers with grace and goodwill.

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Pray the Day Of

It’s election day. Step into the voting booth. Look carefully at each name.   And pray. For everyone. Not just the ones you’re voting for.   1 Timothy 2:1 (MSG) Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know. … Continue reading

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Pray the Day Before

  Tuesday is our US election day.     1 Timothy 2:2 (TPT) And pray for every political leader and representative. Now is the day to pray for the political leaders currently in office.  Now is the day to pray … Continue reading

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Changing Seasons

    The prophet Daniel spoke of changing seasons.   Daniel 2:20-22 (NIV) Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever; wisdom and power are his. He changes times and seasons; he deposes kings and raises up others. He … Continue reading

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Earthly Seasons

  We draw time zones on our maps. We mark the changing seasons on our calendars.   The psalmist gives credit where it’s due.   Psalm 74:16-17 (NIV) The day is yours, and yours also the night; you established the sun … Continue reading

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Heavenly Seasons

  The last book of the Bible offers an intriguing peek into the heavenly realm.     Revelation 22:2 (NIV) On each side of the river stood the tree of life,  bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every … Continue reading

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Simple Words to Guide Our Choices

Jesus said, John 13:34 (NIV) “A new command I give you: Love one another.”   “Love one another.” Three simple words that change everything.

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Famous Simple Words

  Some of Jesus’ simplest phrases have become part of our culture. People who don’t know and believe in Him use them.   From the Sermon on the Mount: “Turn the other cheek”  (Matthew 5:39) “Go the extra mile” (Matthew … Continue reading

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