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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
True and False
“Who is like you, Jesus, sweet Jesus? . . . You are the guide of those who are bewildered by falsehood. You are the peace of those who are in turmoil. You are the prince of those … Continue reading
Silence and Song
Christmas music plays everywhere. Maybe you need the sound of silence to calm your soul. Habakkuk 2:20 (NIV) The LORD is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him. Make time for a bit of quiet … Continue reading
Winter and Summer
“Christ is not merely a summer sun of the prosperous but a winter fire for the unfortunate.” G.K. Chesterton (1874-1936)
Eat and Drink, Hunger and Thirst
All too often, we overindulge at Christmas, eating and drinking more than is good for us. Try less eating, more hunger: Matthew 5:6 (NIV) Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Humbug and Hope
Christmas can be a hard season. Some folks are lonely. Some are grieving. Some are depressed. Some are envious. Many are stressed. Bah, humbug! Romans 15:13 (NIV) May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as … Continue reading
Owed and Paid
Is Christmas costing you too much? Think what it cost Jesus. Philippians 2:7-8 (MEV) But He emptied Himself, taking upon Himself the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men. And being found in the form … Continue reading
Ignore or Adore
Don’t ignore the reason for the season. “O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.” Adeste Fideles Variously attributed to John Francis Wade (1711–1786), … Continue reading
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Lies and Truth
Can you sort the lies from the truth? Lies: What you buy will bring happiness. You have the power to put together the perfect Christmas. John 8:44 (ERV) Yes, the devil is a liar. … Continue reading
Holidays and Holy Days
2 Corinthians 7:1 GNT So then, let us purify ourselves from everything that makes body or soul unclean, and let us be completely holy by living in awe of God. Make this holiday season holy. Live in awe of God. … Continue reading
Less and Blessed
It isn’t the hyped excitement of a mound of presents under the tree; it is the minute-by-minute acknowledgement of God’s blessings. Hebrews 13:5 (NIV) Be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never … Continue reading