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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
The Gift and the Giver
Jesus, the Gift: John 3:16 (ESV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son. Jesus, the Giver: “You gave us so many gifts on your birthday: A treasure chest of spiritual medicine for the sick; Spiritual … Continue reading
Neon Bright, Guiding Light
The lights of the season shine brightly–guiding you to sales or to the Savior? Matthew 2:1-2 (CEV) Some wise men from the east came to Jerusalem and said, “Where is the child born to be king of the Jews? We … Continue reading
Technical Difficulties
I apologize for the interruption in my Advent posts. Heavy snow brought down our power and internet connection. It was, however, supremely quiet and beautiful.
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Repeat, not Defeat
Don’t let the pressures of the season get you down. “Joy to the world, the Savior reigns . . . Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat, repeat the sounding joy.” Isaac Watts … Continue reading
Hurry Up and Wait
Today is the first day of Advent. Hurry! Let the crazy chaos begin. And wait. Wait for the Lord. Wait for the coming of the Christ Child. Wait for Christ’s return. Revelation 22:20 (NIV) Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. Add “wait … Continue reading
Thanks Always
1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 (MSG) Pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. Prayer and thanks. Better together. All the time.
Thanks Rising
“Prayer and Thanksgiving are the two wings of the soul by which it rises upward to God.” Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges, 1883 George G. Findlay, Thessalonians The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges is … Continue reading
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Balanced Thanks
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (CEV) Whatever happens, keep thanking God because of Jesus Christ. This is what God wants you to do. Thank God for: Yes and no More and less Uncommon and common Practical and spiritual Past and … Continue reading
Thanks for the Whole Thing
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NLV) In everything give thanks. The Greek work for “everything” is pas. In simple terms, the whole thing–each and every part. Not just the dessert, but the whole meal–including the vegetables and salad. Not … Continue reading
Thanks for Everything
“Thanks for everything.” You say it to your host and hostess when you leave. What does it mean? I enjoyed spending time with them They cooked, I ate I’m polite 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NASB) In everything give … Continue reading