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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
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Amazing Love, Isaiah 49:15-16, Palm of God's hand
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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
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
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
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Bread of Life, breath of life, Genesis 2:7, Job 12:10, Joh 7:37-39, John 6:35, living water
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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
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Isaiah 40:12, the hollow of God's hand
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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
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
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged chorus of praise, Job 38:4-7, stars sang
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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
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
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
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Artemis 2, heavens declare, Psalm 19:1-4
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