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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
An Anciet Purpose for Modern Education
“The Scriptures principally teach what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man.” The Westminster Shorter Catechism, 1648 Some things never change. Lord God, may we all–old and young–apply our educations to this … Continue reading
God Can Help with That
Romans 8:26 (NIV) The Spirit helps us in our weakness. Be specific, God can help: Help this child learn to read. Help math make sense. Help him pay attention in class. Help her make friends. Help them … Continue reading
Call Ahead
Psalm 34:7 (ERV) The Lord’s angel builds a camp around his followers, and he protects them. As you pray for the schools God puts on your heart, picture an angel army setting up camp around the building. Put … Continue reading
Easy-Peasy. Pray It Isn’t So.
It’s tempting to pray that my child has an easy year. But is that God’s way? James 1:2-4 (NIV) Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know … Continue reading
Back to School
How do (or did) you prepare for the startup of school after the summer break? Shop for clothes Enforce bedtime Stock up on school supplies Pray Pray? It’s an act of preparation, not a last resort. Mom’s … Continue reading
Shelter My Neighbor
Here in the U.S., tensions rise up between neighbors. Political differences become calls to battle. Neighbors call neighbors derogatory names. Occasionally, Bible verses are tuned into weapons to justify one’s position and prove how wrong the other one is. Here’s … Continue reading
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My Way or the Highway
“OK God,” you say, “if You won’t give me what I want, I’ll just leave.” Where you gonna go? Psalm 139:7-10 (NLT) I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If … Continue reading
Let’s Make a Deal
Jesus, if You do this one thing for me, I won’t ask for anything else ever. I can’t be a good reflection of You, God, dressed in last year’s fashion. I need this job and its big salary so I … Continue reading
Simple Love
If You loved me, Lord, You’d give me what I want. We think we can whine and guilt God into doing things our way. God’s short answer: I love you so much I died for you. Can’t whine … Continue reading
Just Do It My Way
In my younger days, I threw some legendary tantrums. I still do. I’ve been known to slam my fists, stomp my feet and pitch a fit before the throne of grace. And when I finally wind down–sobbing and sodden–the throne … Continue reading