Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

Nehemiah Humbles Himself and Prays

2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin … Continue reading

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My Tale of Two Houses

An internet writer friend, Norma Brumbaugh, asked me to write a guest post for her website. Norma is an interesting soul. She’s the only walnut farmer I know. She also teaches, speaks and writes–as God leads.  Read more about her … Continue reading

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God, I’m Sorry

How often do you apologize? Anytime someone is upset or offended Only when I’ve done or said something stupid Me apologize? Never!   Nehemiah 1:6 (ESV) I now pray before you day and night for the people of Israel your … Continue reading

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A Full Loaf for Everyone

  A quick quote from my favorite preacher:     “God thinks of every separate child of His as much as if He had only that one. The multiplicity of His elect does not divide the loaf of His affection. … Continue reading

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My Daily Cake, Pie and Cookies

  I say, “give me this day my daily bread.” I think, “give me this day my dessert buffet.”   I have much, I want more. Lord, change me! Philippians 4:12 (NIV) I have learned the secret of being content … Continue reading

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Abundant, Not Adequate

I admit it. Cooking isn’t my forte. My husband once told the church youth group that my cooking is “adequate.” They couldn’t wait to tattle on him. They were very deflated when I responded, “He’s right. I’m a woman of … Continue reading

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Very Good Food

  Psalm 34:8 (NIV) Taste and see that the Lord is good.     I don’t believe it is just random chance that we have a smorgasbord of cooking choices: crisp greens, sweet berries, fruits galore, a multitude of grains, and vegetables … Continue reading

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More than Manna

  Saturday I made squash & apple soup and pumpkin dessert. The food tasted good and smelled even better. What are your favorite scents of fall?   Apple cider Pumpkin pie Soup simmering on the back of the stove All of it! … Continue reading

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Pray Early, Pray Often

    Nehemiah, man of the week for this website:    He got bad news, and he prayed. He saw an opportunity, and he prayed. He met resistance, and he prayed. Are you seeing a theme here? 1 Thessalonians 5:17 … Continue reading

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Pray Long, Pray Quick

The new Foundation study here focuses on Nehemiah. I am intrigued by his approaches to prayer: Nehemiah 1:4 (NLT) For days I mourned, fasted, and prayed to the God of heaven. Nehemiah 2:4-5 The king asked, “Well, how can I … Continue reading

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