Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

My Name on God’s Hand

  Isaiah 49:15-16 (NIV) … I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.   God sees my name on His palm — engraved (better than permanent marker).    Good morning, Lord. Sometimes … Continue reading

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God’s Right Hand

  Sometimes life is scary.     Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right … Continue reading

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Mark the Hand of God

  The prince of preachers, Charles Spurgeon, reminds us to mark the hand of God at work in the past.   “It is a delightful and profitable occupation to mark the hand of God in the lives of ancient saints, … Continue reading

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My Breath in God’s Hand

    Job 12:10 (NIV) In his [the Lord’s] hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.   God holds my breath in His hand … amazing!   Good morning, Lord. You are the source … Continue reading

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The Hollow of God’s Hand

This week, we’re going to focus on God’s hand. There are over a thousand references to “God’s hand” in Scripture — trust me, we aren’t going to look at all of them. This one from Isaiah is a good starting … Continue reading

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Highest Praise

Psalm 148:1, 3-4 (NIV) Praise the Lord … Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars. Praise him, you highest heavens … Let’s join with the highest heavens and praise our God.   Good morning, Lord. In the … Continue reading

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Sing with the Stars

  In the beginning, stars sang.   Job 38:4, 6-7 (NIV) Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? … On what were its footings set, or who laid its cornerstone— while the morning stars sang together … Now it’s … Continue reading

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The Sun and Moon Sing

“Thou burning sun with golden beam, Thou silver moon with softer gleam, O praise him, O praise him, Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.” St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) Paraphrased by Willam H. Draper, 1919       Good morning, Lord. Spring — … Continue reading

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Big Universe, Small World

  From space, our big world looks small.     Psalm 8:3-4 (NIV) When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are … Continue reading

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God’s Glory on Display

  The amazing images from Artemis II display the glory and knowledge of God.   Psalm 19:1-4 (NIV) The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after … Continue reading

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