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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
A Disciplined Sabbath
The story of Mary and Martha is familiar. Busy Martha resents the time Mary spends at the feet of Jesus: Luke 10:41-42 (NIV) “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or … Continue reading
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Why Discipline?
Hebrews 12:10b (NIV) God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness. This old hymn explains it well: “Make me a temple meet for Thy dwelling, Fit me for life and Heaven … Continue reading
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Where’s Discipline
The easy discipline rests on actions you see. The hard discipline rests on what you don’t see. Day 26 – Disciplined thoughts, there’s the real challenge. Psalm 19:14 (VOICE) May . . . the musings of my … Continue reading
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How’s Discipline?
Day 25 — Do you wonder how it’s going? I’m connecting with God over my first cup of coffee. I’ve dropped a few pounds. My flower beds are all presentable — but — My desk is a disaster. … Continue reading
When to Discipline?
I’m partway through my 40 days of discipline. What happens on the 41st day? Discipline continues. Philippians 1:6 He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. … Continue reading
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Whose Discipline?
Is discipline a do-it-yourself project? Not spiritual disciplines. Spiritual disciplines let God shape us into the image of Christ. Isaiah 64:8 (ESV) But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we … Continue reading
What’s Discipline?
Spiritual discipline. Spiritual exercise. Spiritual habits. 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 (MSG) I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No sloppy living for me! I’m staying alert and … Continue reading
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Sabbath Discipline
Exodus 20:8-10a (CEV) Remember that the Sabbath Day belongs to me. You have six days when you can do your work, but the seventh day of each week belongs to me, your God. I’ve got six days to get my work … Continue reading
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Giving Discipline
Proverbs 3:9 (NIV) Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops. All too often, I offer God my leftovers. Day 21 – my first and best, not my last and least.
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Group Discipline
Hebrews 10:24-25a (VOICE) Let us consider how to inspire each other to greater love and to righteous deeds, not forgetting to gather as a community. God doesn’t plan for faith to be a solo journey. Yes, there’s a … Continue reading
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