Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

I Weep for My Nation

Let us pray: Your will be done, O God.

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New Creation

  2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV) Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.   Lord God, I don’t feel like a new creation I feel like a weary and worn creation. Thankfully, Your truth doesn’t depend on … Continue reading

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Always New

  I sometimes get a text from my cellphone company warning me I’m reaching the limits on my data use. Imagine if God did this:   “Dear Shirlee Abbott, we’re halfway through the month  and you’ve consumed 80% of your … Continue reading

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What’s New

  2020 brought new things:     global lockdown mask mandates empty schools Sure, we’ve seen pandemics, riots and ugly elections before.  Ecclesiastes 1:9 There is nothing new under the sun. Nothing new? Solomon hadn’t seen 2020. Looking forward to … Continue reading

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Safe from Persecution

I read now and then about the persecution of Christians. How often does it happen?  Open Doors USA offers this quick count:   “1 in 9 Christians worldwide experience high levels of persecution.” One of nine. What should the other … Continue reading

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See You in 2021

I’m retreating! I’ll rest, meditate and pray.  See you next year,

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Safe Shelter in 2021

Psalm 91:1 (NIV) Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.   My  New Year’s prayer for my faithful readers: May you safely dwell in the shelter of the Lord’s hand.

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God’s People

  St. Augustine was a deep thinker and a great writer. A rather wild child,  he came to Christ in his thirties. His written legacy (more than 5 million words) still speaks to our souls.   Let the just rejoice, … Continue reading

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Your People

  Think for a moment of your people, the folks who’ve had a part in your faith journey:     Your ancestors–from Adam to your parents. The dear saints who founded the church where you worship. Everyone who taught you … Continue reading

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Those People

  Luke 2:10 (VOICE) Don’t be afraid! Listen! I bring good news, news of great joy, news that will affect all people everywhere.   All people. Everywhere. Including folks on the other side of the political aisle. Drug dealers. Cranky … Continue reading

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