Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

Simply Look

  Simple words from Jesus:     John 14:27 (CEV) I give you peace, the kind of peace that only I can give. It isn’t like the peace that this world can give. Don’t look to the world for peace. … Continue reading

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Where’s Peace?

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War and Peace

    Where do you fall on the “war and peace” scale?   I want us to get them before they get us I’m all-in for peace I believe in peace through strength Let’s take a lesson from the book … Continue reading

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Safe Space for PTSD

“Combat Trauma and PTSD are not just psychological conditions. They are spiritual as well.” This wisdom comes from Cru Military, a Christian ministry with a dual focus: 1) helping the military community, and 2) training, equipping, and supporting individuals, churches, and ministries … Continue reading

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Hear the Spirit

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Simply Going Nowhere

  “Without the Spirit of God we can do nothing. We are as ships without wind or chariots without steeds.” Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892)

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The Spirit Prays

Romans 8:26 (CEV) When we don’t know what to pray for, the Spirit prays for us in ways that cannot be put into words.     It’s good to know that when I’m speechless, Holy Spirit, you’re not.    

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Helpful Spirit

    Romans 8:26 (NLT) And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness.   Almost makes me wish to be weak.

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The Spirit Has Landed

Genesis 1:1 (NIV) . . . the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.   Hovering? What does that mean? The Spirit was somewhere “out there” Watchfully waiting Restrained power   Acts 2:1-2 When the day of Pentecost came, … Continue reading

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Safe Schools

Something’s broken in our schools. Something we won’t fix with fewer guns or more metal detectors. Too many young men think that destruction will transform their pain into fame. They’ve lost sight of the image of God–in themselves and in … Continue reading

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