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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Shelter and Rest
Raging wild fires in our western states have burned homes and still threaten others. Dozens are homeless after the tragic fire in New York City. Lord, we pray for safe shelter for those who recently watched their homes … Continue reading
Balance of Power
“It is for us to pray not for tasks equal to our powers, but for powers equal to our tasks.” Helen Keller (1880-1968)
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Balanced towards God
I don’t always do things God’s way. Looking back, I see times when God was right and I was wrong. And not one time when I was right and God was wrong.
Sounds Simple
Colossians 3:17 (ERV) Everything you say and everything you do should be done for Jesus your Lord. Easier said than done.
Maintaining Balance
My goal for 2017 was “divine balance.” To keep my efforts–health, home, job, writing, ministry–moving forward without trespassing on each other’s boundaries. And more importantly, without trespassing on God’s boundaries. I did OK. Not great, but good enough. What … Continue reading
Road to Bethlehem – Jesus
The King of kings and Lord of lords left heaven’s golden streets to travel the dusty road to Bethlehem as an unborn babe. From this Bethlehem road, he walked on to Calvary. Philippians 2:7-8 (ERV) He gave up everything, even … Continue reading
Christmas Shelter
As we celebrate Christmas, let’s pause and pray for our brothers and sisters who are in unsafe places: persecuted Christians worshiping in secret, those who are in war zones, ones on the run or in refugee camps, the poor … Continue reading
Your Will Be Done
The kings’ wisdom came from years of study. The shepherds learned their lesson in a sudden blaze of glory. The kings followed a star. The shepherds had specific instructions. Luke 2:12 (ERV) You will find a baby wrapped in … Continue reading
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What’s in It for Me?
The kings left their homes and the shepherds left their sheep. What did they get in return? Front row seats to the greatest story ever told. John 3:16 (ERV) God loved the world so much that he gave his … Continue reading
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What Will People Think?
Maybe the wise ones weren’t so wise. They asked the wrong guy—Herod—for directions: Matthew 2:13 (ERV) Herod is looking for the child and wants to kill him. OK, Lord, there are people who will try to trip or … Continue reading