Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

Less Is More

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

This Lent, Lord God, I want less of what pulls my attention away from you. I want more of You.

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Less Woe

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

It’s Fat Tuesday, the day of over-indulgence before Lent’s 40 days of preparation and sacrifice begin. Amos 6:4-6 (MSG) Woe to those who live only for today . . . Woe to the playboys, the playgirls, who think life is … Continue reading →

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Less for Lent

Posted on March 4, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Lent begins this Wednesday, March 6, and ends on April 20, the Saturday before Easter. It’s a time of preparation and sacrifice, reflecting the preparation and sacrifice of Christ’s 40 days in the wilderness. Will you be giving up … Continue reading →

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Shelter for Syrian Refugees

Posted on March 3, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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”

Posted on February 28, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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).

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Know Now

Posted on February 27, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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 →

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God Hears Here

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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.

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Hear, Here!

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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 →

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Safe Aid for Venezuela

Posted on February 24, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

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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