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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
5th Century Wisdom
Sometimes the oldest thoughts are the best. “The power of God to hold and lead, His eye to watch, His might to stay, His ear to hearken to my need. The wisdom of my … Continue reading
In the Spirit of the Saint
Patrick achieved sainthood because of his forgiving spirit (most people would willingly see their captors go to hell). Our beloved saint sought their salvation, not their destruction. So let’s honor the saint and give up a grudge. Matthew … Continue reading
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Don’t Know Much about Celts
The Celts of history—what do you know? They were the original barbarians at the gate They were pagan They were Christian The Celtics were a European people group. They weren’t under Roman rule, so the Romans … Continue reading
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Gratefully Awaiting the Still Small Voice
I meditated on 1 Kings 19. “Lord, why the still small voice? Why not a BIG VOICE? . That way I won’t misunderstand.” Epiphany! It by God’s mercy that I get the still small voice; the earthquake, mighty … Continue reading
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Waiting to Understand
We think we’re waiting for the still, small voice of God. Sometimes it’s not a voice. We’d looked everywhere for the keys–nada. We prayed. In my mind’s eye, I saw our young son poking the keys through … Continue reading
Waiting to Hear
It’s Lent. We are waiting–waiting to hear from God. “God not only gives us something to hear, but he gives us ears to hear with . . . he that sends the tidings also opens the … Continue reading
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Still Waiting
Your Lenten wait should not be empty. It should be quiet, like the silence after a snowfall. Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God. The silence overflows with the presence of God.
Waiting for Spring
What do you like most about snow? Sledding and skiing The fresh white beauty It’s absence! We’re tired of shoveling the walks. We’re tired of the gray goop beside the road. We’re anxious for the green … Continue reading
Thank You, Johnnie
Author Johnnie Alexander invited me to guest post on her website: johnnie-alexander.com You can read the short story of our bathroom renovation here, complete with Before and After photos.
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