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I KEEP IT SHORT & SIMPLE.
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
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
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
All People
It’s the last week of Advent. Let’s look at the least phrase of our verse: Luke 2:10 (NLV) The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. See! I bring you good news of great joy which is for all … Continue reading
Sheltering Eyes
Have you read about the Chinese government’s efforts to control its citizens? Asia Harvest reports that thousands of Christian leaders have gone missing: “Each person in China must have an ID card. It is impossible for a person … Continue reading
Joy of Reading
Start simple. “Our hope is that the elementary reading of comics will lead to the joy of reading good books.” Nelson Mandela (1918-2013) And there’s no better book than the Bible.
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Sheer Joy
Looking ahead to eternal joy: Isaiah 65:17-19 (TPT) Look! I am creating entirely new heavens and a new earth! They will be so wonderful that no one will even think about the old ones anymore! As you wait for … Continue reading
Transforming Joy
John 16:22 (NET) So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you. God makes the difference! Turn us, O Lord, from glum … Continue reading
Christmas Joy
“Ah Christians, ring the bells of your hearts, fire the salute of your most joyous songs, ‘Unto us a child is born, and unto us a Son is given.’ Dance, O my heart, and ring out peals of gladness! Ye … Continue reading
Great Joy
Advent week 3: Luke 2:19 (NASB) And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy.” What would bring you great joy? No more virus! More than enough money World peace … Continue reading
Shelter from Extreme Poverty
The UN currently defines “extreme poverty” as living on less that $1.90 a day. 700 million people (10% of the world’s population) now live in extreme poverty. The good news: Extreme poverty have been on the decline for … Continue reading
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