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Category Archives: Morning Prayer
What Should I Spend?
Decades ago, I heard someone say that most American adults could go three years without buying any new clothes. Certainly, it’s been true for me. Right now, I have a closet full of shirts, dresses, pants and sweaters. John the … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged generosity, Luke 3:11, more than enough
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What to Wear? Keep It Simple
“Always remember the essence of Christian holiness is simplicity and purity: one design, one desire: entire devotion to God.” John Wesley (1703-1791) It’s simple: what I wear should line up both with God’s plan for me and my devotion … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged 1 Peter 3:3-4, John Wesley, keep it simple, what to wear
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Worrying about What I Wear
Matthew 6:28-29 (NLT) And why worry about your clothing? Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged clothes, Matthew 6:28-29, worry
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What Shall I Wear?
I ask myself this question daily. I’m a Christian, an ambassador for Christ. How, then, do I dress the part? Let’s look to the Bible: Proverbs 31’s “wife of noble character” (verse 10) is “clothed in fine linen and purple” … Continue reading
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Tagged clothes, Proverbs 31, wife of noble character
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Self-Talk: Gratitude
“Cultivate gratitude and thankfulness in all circumstances, for it is through gratitude that we find contentment.” Benedict of Nursia from the Rule of St. Benedict (6th century) When I remind myself to be thankful, I set myself up to be … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Benedict of Nursia, contentment, Count Your Blessings, gratitude
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Self-Talk: Constructive Criticism
I’m a writer, and I’m part of a critique group. We read each other’s work and comment on what’s good and what could be improved. We share constructive criticism — we’re all better writers for it. My self-talk is apt … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 2 Corinthians 13:5, complain, Constructive Criticism, critique
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Self-Talk: What I [Don’t] Deserve
I’m shopping, and I find something I like. “I deserve it,” I tell myself, “because I’ve been …” (good, sick, overwhelmed–any reason will do). Something bad happens. “I don’t deserve this!” I wail. Do you know what I really don’t … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Come Thou Fount, deserve, Ephesians 2:8, Robert Robinson, self-talk
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Self-Talk: Good Enough
The things I say to myself — oh, how I waffle! Sometimes I tell myself I’m too good for a task. Other times, I think I’m not good enough. I waffle between pride and doubt. What does God say? Romans … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged not good enough, Philippians 4:13, Romans 12:3, self-talk, too good
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What Say You? (to Yourself)
Talk to myself? You bet! Sometimes it’s the best conversation I have all day. And sometimes it is the worst. I can be my best cheerleader and my worst critic. I can be brutally honest or the biggest liar. … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged James 1:17, moods, self-talk, shifting shadows
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Maximize Devotion, Minimize Distraction
Luke 10:38-40 (NIV) Martha opened her home to him [Jesus]. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. Jesus didn’t tell Martha … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Luke 10:38-40, Mary and Martha, perfection, to-do list
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