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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Fearless Captive
We interrupt our COVID-19 worries to celebrate St. Patrick. A bit of fifth-century history: As a youth, Patrick was taken from his Christian home in Britain by Irish raiders. He spent six years as a slave in Ireland before escaping. … Continue reading
Foreseen Consequences
Minds wiser than mine have canceled events, closed schools and restricted travel–all in an effort to slow down a virus. Will it work? Hope so! I have some doubts I fear it won’t Even if these actions succeed, … Continue reading
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Safe Contact
Events canceled. Schools closed. Personal contact restricted. Scary stuff. Fear not. You can reach out to God, anytime, anywhere. Cry in His arms, shout in His face, whisper in His ear, grab His hand. No need to keep your distance; … Continue reading
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Got Time?
“Time spent in prayer is never wasted.” François Fenelon (1651-1715) Spare time on your hands? Put it to good use.
Short Time
Time is short. 2 Corinthians 6:2 (NLT) Indeed, the “right time” is now. Today is the day of salvation. It’s simple. Don’t put it off. Now is the right time to give your life to Christ.
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Fast Time
We used to live near a time zone border. Arranging a lunch date or making a doctor’s appointment, the question was “Fast time or slow time?” It was the only way to be sure what time. When … Continue reading
Such Time
Today is Purim, the Jewish holiday celebrating the actions of Esther, who saved her people from Haman’s plan to kill all Jews (as recorded in the book of Esther). Esther’s uncle asked her to risk all and step … Continue reading
Lost Time
Early Sunday morning, an hour disappeared. Daylight Savings Time snatched it away. How do you feel about that? Never missed it I want it back! We lost an hour. Where’d it go? Should we look for it? Can … Continue reading
Safe after the Storm
A few days ago, tornados did serious damage in Tennessee. Lives and livelihoods were lost, property and peace of mind destroyed. According to MinistryWatch, volunteers have already arrived to help console, clean up and rebuild. Samaritan’s Purse, the Billy Graham … Continue reading
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Tagged First Baptist Church of Mount Juliet, MinistryWatch, Safe Shelter, Tennessee tornados
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Technical Difficulties
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