Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

Social Media and Lies

People post their best photos and happiest moments on social media. Their lives look perfect. And when yours doesn’t, the enemy whispers, “You’re no good. What a loser.” Remember what Jesus said about the enemy.   John 8:44 (NIV) There … Continue reading

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What Do You Think of Yourself?

Romans 12:3 (NIV) Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you.   “Remember that you are absolutely unique. … Continue reading

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Self-Esteem: No Contest

    How’s your self-esteem?   Off the charts Comes and goes Rock bottom What does the Bible say? We are God’s workmanship (Ephesians 2:10). Can’t get better than that. We’re reminded not to think too highly of ourselves (Romans … Continue reading

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Shelter from Heat, Ash and Flames

“Ashley Myers and her family . . . ate a breakfast of biscuits and gravy from paper plates outside the CrossPointe Community Church. The family had been at the church, now a shelter, for three days, after evacuating their home … Continue reading

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Walking the Wrong Way

Isaiah 30:21 (NASB) Your ears will hear a word behind you, “This is the way, walk in it.” Sometimes, Lord God, I pretend I don’t hear, because I don’t want to go there. Forgive my stubborn selfishness. You stick with … Continue reading

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Simply Step Out

“Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps, if you are not willing to move your feet.” Anonymous

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Beautiful Toes

  I think my toes are ugly. God’s got a beauty program for my feet:   Isaiah 52:7 (NIV) How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, … Continue reading

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Where Are You?

  Luke 10:39 (ERV) Mary was sitting at Jesus’ feet and listening to him teach.   At his feet. Not beside him at the dinner table. Not on the other side of the desk. Not across the room in a … Continue reading

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Comfort for God’s Feet

  How do you take the load off your feet?     Time for bed Love my recliner I’ve got a footstool A footstool. A humble piece of furniture that brings comfort to your tired feet. Isaiah 66:1 (NIV) This … Continue reading

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Sheltered by Prayer

  Every now and then, someone crosses my path who seems to have no connection to any people of faith. I wonder if this lost soul is on anyone’s prayer list.   James 5:16 (KJV) The effectual fervent prayer of … Continue reading

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