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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
As the Stubborn Stone Rolls
Per Monday’s post, we are God’s building stones: 1 Peter 2:5 (MSG) Present yourselves as building stones for the construction of a sanctuary vibrant with life. I confess that I don’t always present myself to God as a willing stone. … Continue reading
God’s House on the Rock
1 Peter 2:4-5 (TLB) Come to Christ, who is the living Foundation of Rock upon which God builds . . . And now you have become living building-stones for God’s use in building his house. Wisconsin gal that I am, … Continue reading
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God’s Rocks
You’re a rock. What kind? I crumble under pressure I’m a smooth stone, my rough edges worn off by years of troubled waters For decorative use only May not look special, but I’m solid Matthew 16:18 (NIV) . … Continue reading
I’ll Be Back!
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Closeted Treasures
Line the walls of your prayer closet with shelves where you keep your answers to prayer. From time to time, pick up these treasures and remember the circumstances. Remember how God answered your prayer at just the … Continue reading
Got Prayer in Your Closet?
Matthew 6:6 (NASB) But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you. Those … Continue reading
Got Shoes in Your Closet?
From Take My Life and Let It Be by Frances Havergal (1874): “Take my feet and let them be swift and beautiful for Thee.” Do the shoes in your closet focus on speed or beauty? Is that in the … Continue reading
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What’s in My Closet?
There are outgrown clothes in my closet, roles that don’t fit me anymore. Me: I am too saggy and baggy for this outfit. But I can’t let it go. I really like it. God: Your culture … Continue reading
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What’s in My Closet?
Whenever I clean my closet, I find things I don’t need. They occupy space that could be put to better use. Same thing with my life. There’s some worthless stuff occupying space: Couch time that is neither useful … Continue reading
True Promises
“God never made a promise that was too good to be true.“ D. L. Moody, 1837-1899 Smart man, our Mr. Moody.