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I KEEP IT SHORT & SIMPLE.
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
Thank You for our Present
“America! America! God shed His grace on thee.” Katharine Lee Bates, 1913 America the Beautiful Today would be a good day to praise God for his gift of grace.
Look to God from Both Sides
A friend recently told me that most political arguments come because one side is all about love and the other all about justice. Which side are you on? God is all about both. Hosea 12:6 (ESV) So you, by the … Continue reading
Happy Birthday to US
The US of A is getting older. Are we aging graciously? Going downhill fast Somethings are improving No place better Better? In our eyes, or in God’s eyes? In the end, God’s opinion is the only one … Continue reading
Safe Reentry
“As release day approaches, the problems awaiting prisoners on the other side of the gate can be overwhelming. For years, they’ve been told when to eat, what to wear, and where to go. Now suddenly they will have to make … Continue reading
Slow to Say
James 1:19 (NLT) You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak. Most of us get it backwards . . . quick to speak and slow to listen. Try doing it God’s way. He’s the best listener … Continue reading
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Something Worth Saying
“Aren’t you upset?” “Why are you so upbeat?” “How do you do it?” 1 Peter 3:15 (ERV) Always be ready to answer everyone who asks you to explain about the hope you have. Don’t be afraid to speak … Continue reading
Something Worth Reading
If you follow the comments on this blog, you’ve read some wise, funny and poetic words from Andrew. He could be whining, screeching or cowering in a corner–because he’s facing a painful illness that will, barring miraculous intervention, eventually take … Continue reading
Say Something
I overheard two women chuckling over a mutual friend’s long text. “She always has plenty to say,” one told the other. What would your friends say about you? Never at a loss for words A man (or woman) of few words … Continue reading
Unsafe Souls
“There is something very wrong with a system that makes it easier to arrest a homeless person than to get him the treatment he needs.” Marjorie L. Baldwin, PhD Homeless, Mentally Ill and Neglected Estimates are that 20-30% of … Continue reading