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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Prayer for the Nation
“Thy love divine hath led us in the past, In this free land by Thee our lot is cast; Be Thou our ruler, guardian, guide and stay, Thy Word our law, Thy paths our chosen way.” Daniel C. Roberts, 1876 … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Daniel C Roberts, God or Our Fathers
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A Devoted Nation
Proverbs 14:34 (MSG) God-devotion makes a country strong; God-avoidance leaves people weak. Devotion to God brings good, not harm … to individuals, communities, a nation. Good morning, Lord. I want to be fully devoted to You — … Continue reading
A Call to Prayer
Following up on the 4th of July celebration, this week we’ll explore our Biblical responsibilities toward our nation. 1 Timothy 2:1-3 (NIV) I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 1 Timothy 2:1-3, prayer for those in authority
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Keep Training
I need to practice what I preach and put Paul’s words into action. 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 (MSG) I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No lazy … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 1 Corinthians 9:26-27, train for the race
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Keep Running
“Run each day’s race with all your might, so that at the end you will receive the victory wreath from God. Keep on running even when you have had a fall. The victory wreath is won by him who does … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Basilea Schlink\, run the race, stumble and fall
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The Starting Line
Accepting Christ isn’t a finish line, it’s the starting line. Scripture offers this advice for all us runners: Hebrews 12:1-2 (MSG) … Strip down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Hebrews 12:1-2, Isaiah 40:31, starting line
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The Finish Line
With a smile and a handshake, graduates cross the finish line and accept their prized diplomas. As believers in Christ, we look forward to a bigger and better prize. James 1:12 (NASB) Blessed is a man who perseveres under … Continue reading
Unexpected Gratitude
Joseph’s brothers thew him in a pit and sold him into slavery. He wound up in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. Not much there to inspire gratitude. Years went by. Joseph became the #2 man in … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Genesis 50:20, gratitude, Joseph
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