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Why?Almost half of American adults read below high school level. God looks at your heart, not your reading skills. Big faith can be built on simple words.
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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Shelter for Syrian Refugees
5.6 million Syrian refugees left their homeland, seeking safety elsewhere. Many of them fled to Lebanon. World Vision works with local Christian churches to meet the needs of these refugees for food, supplies and learning centers for the children. They … Continue reading
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Simply Now
2 Corinthians 6:2 (NLT) For God says, “At just the right time, I heard you.” All the time is the right time. God’s listening.
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When I Hear “Not Now”
Oh Lord, I want instant answers. I try to trust your “Not now,” but deep down I’m whining, “I want it, and I want it now!” Grant me patience (and I want it now).
Know Now
Here and now, hear and know. 2 Peter 3:18 (ESV) But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. … Continue reading
God Hears Here
Hear: Psalm 139:4 Lord, even before I speak a word, you know all about it. Here: Psalm 139:5 You are all around me, behind me and in front of me. You hold me safe in your hand.
Hear, Here!
God calls. Are you a Samuel? Or a Jonah? I hear, I’m here (Samuel) I hear, and I’m outta here (Jonah) 1 Samuel 3:10 (ESV) And the LORD came and stood, calling as at other times, “Samuel! … Continue reading
Safe Aid for Venezuela
Is Venezuela on your prayer list? Consider moving it to the top. You’ve probably heard about Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis. About food shortages. And hyperinflation. Vernon Brewer, founder of World Help, explains in The Christian Post: “One of our partners … Continue reading
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Woke 2019
The news is filled with folks on a search for justice, equality and acceptance. They mistakenly hope to be “woke” in their own power. Lord, you alone are the answer to our hearts’ desires. Pour out your Spirit. Wake … Continue reading
Woke 1735
A description of the Awakening in Northampton, Massachusetts: “This work of God, as it was carried on, and the number of true saints multiplied, soon made a glorious alteration in the town: so that in the spring … Continue reading
Simply Woke
It’s simple: Matthew 6:33 (NIRV) But put God’s kingdom first. Do what he wants you to do. Then all those things will also be given to you. Awaken to God, and leave the rest to him.