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Why?Almost half of American adults read below high school level. God looks at your heart, not your reading skills. Big faith can be built on simple words.
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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Look Up and See God
Psalm 19:1-2 (NLT) The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known. Look up and see God. See Him in the sun, moon, … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged God in creation, Psalm 19:1-2, see God, sky
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God Who Sees
Hagar, an Egyptian slave, got caught in the drama between Abram and Sarai and their inability to have a child. Pregnant and unhappy, Hagar ran away. Alone in the wilderness, she had a life-changing conversation. Genesis 16:13 (EXB) The slave … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged El-Roi, Genesis 16:13, God Who Sees, Hagar, Matthew 25:40
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God Sees Me
Psalm 33:18 (MSG) Watch this: God’s eye is on those who respect him, the ones who are looking for his love. I look for God. He sees me. Works both ways, yay! [Note to self: I can’t … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged forgiveness, God sees, looking for God, Psalm 33:18
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God Sees
Proverbs 15:3 (ESV) The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Sometimes I think God isn’t paying attention. I’m wrong. He sees it all. Good morning, Lord. I believe You … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged all-seeing, God's eyes, Proverbs 15:3
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WWJW (What Would Jesus Wear?)
The Bible says this about the clothes Jesus wore: John 19:23-24 (ESV) When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they took his garments and divided them into four parts, one part for each soldier; also his tunic. But … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged clothes, John 19:23-24, what Jesus wore
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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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