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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Such a Time
I love the book of Esther. It’s a great story–with a none-too-bright king, an evil villain, a trusted adviser and the brave and beautiful queen. The disaster train speeds along, and the villain has the Jewish nation tied to the … Continue reading
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Presidential Run-Walk
Micah 6:8 (NIV) He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. I wonder: is it humanly … Continue reading
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What Will Be Done?
The maps in my school books had America front and center. When I pray, I tend to put America’s needs front and center. I pray, Your will be done in America. I am thinking, “Do what’s best for America.” … Continue reading
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Influential Character
Scotsman John Knox (1510-1572), former Catholic priest and galley slave, was a leader in the Protestant reformation. He preached hellfire and damnation to queens. Quite a character. Our presidential candidates should take his advice to heart. “You cannot … Continue reading
Wishful Campaign
Yep, there’s a campaign on. What’s important to you in a candidate? Honesty Economic insight International savvy Faith and values Remember Old Testament Samuel? The people asked for a king, and he told them to be careful what … Continue reading
Lord of Your History
I’ve been reading ‘Mending the Soul” by Steven R. Tracy. The book explores the destructive power of abuse. It explains the redemptive power of God’s love. Dr. Tracy urges abuse victims to acknowledge their painful histories: “Facing our brokenness … Continue reading
American History
America! America! God mend thine every flaw, Confirm thy soul in self control, Thy liberty in law. Katharine Bates, 1904
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Bad Family History
Children get more than genes from their parents. Take Amon, King of Judah, for bad example: 2 Kings 21:20-22 (NIV) He did evil in the eyes of the Lord, as his father Manasseh had done. He followed completely … Continue reading
Spiritual H&Ps
Every hospital patient has an H&P, a history and physical exam. Chief complaint History Review of systems Physical examination The “chief complaint” is the patient’s view of the problem. “History” covers a lot: history of the present … Continue reading