Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

What God Doesn’t Want

Proverbs 6:16-19 (TLB) For there are six things the Lord hates—no, seven: haughtiness, lying, murdering, plotting evil, eagerness to do wrong, a false witness, sowing discord among brothers. “Sowing discord.” If God hates it, shouldn’t I?      

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Good Question

  Malachi 2:10 (MSG) Don’t we all come from one Father? Aren’t we all created by the same God? So why can’t we get along?   Why, indeed?  

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Let There Be Peace

    The Christmas season can be stressful. People get on your nerves. How do you respond?   “Get out of my space!” I paste on a fake smile I have a long talk with God We have an enemy … Continue reading

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Safety in Anger

Yellow-vested protesters take to the streets in France. They’re angry. “Many protesters say their purchasing power has dwindled so much over the years that today they have trouble making ends meet … costs have risen and pay has not.” God … Continue reading

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Heartless

  “When you destroy unity in the church you rip the heart out of the body of Christ.” Unknown

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Step Up, Stand United

Philippians 1:27 (MSG) Stand united, singular in vision, contending for people’s trust in the Message, the good news, not flinching or dodging in the slightest before the opposition. No double-mindedness, dodging or distrust. Step up and start work.

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Christmas at Its Best

  Psalm 133:1 (NIV) How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!   Make this the best Christmas ever.  

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All in One

  Galatians 3:26-28 (NIRV) So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God by believing in Christ…You have put him on as if he were your clothes…That’s because you are all one in Christ Jesus. The arms in your … Continue reading

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What Jesus Wants for Christmas

What do you want for Christmas? Money Clothes Toys World peace Have you ever wondered what Jesus wants for Christmas? The Bible tells us; it’s right there in Christ’s prayer the night before his crucifixion: John 17:21 (TLB) I pray … Continue reading

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Safe Shelter in Alaska

    Part of Alaska was rocked by a recent earthquake. It’s hard to feel safe when the ground is shaking.   Lord, we thank for the safe shelter of buildings which shook but did not fall. We are grateful … Continue reading

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