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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Worthy of Hire (Wednesday)
God: You do understand that nothing you do will make me love you more—I already love you with an unsurpassing love. Me: Right. I know that. God: But I want you to carry these two Scriptures in mind: “continue to … Continue reading
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Worthy of Hire (Tuesday)
The parable of the workers in the vineyard (Matthew 20:1-16) shows that God is gracious and merciful, not fair. He grants us blessings we don’t deserve. Romans 6:23 (NIV) For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of … Continue reading
Worthy of Hire (Monday)
The Bible says that the worker is worthy of his hire. What’s your experience been? I do a fair day’s work for a fair day’s pay Underpaid and overworked—that’s me Who am I kidding? I do just enough … Continue reading
Roots and Wings (Friday)
Do you pay attention to your dreams? I do. Back when my youngest child was learning to drive, I dreamed that I gave him the keys to the car. He drove off, and the car developed wings and took off … Continue reading
Roots and Wings (Thursday)
Charles Wesley (1707-1788) wrote over 6000 hymns (many still being sung). He understood wings: Soar we now where Christ has led, Following our exalted Head, Made like him, like him we rise, Ours the cross, the grave, … Continue reading
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Roots and Wings (Wednesday)
Me: Thank you, Lord, for my good roots. God: Your roots are good, yes. But focus too much on your roots and you’ll be a root-bound plant. Me: All wrapped up in myself. God: As opposed to a healthy … Continue reading
Roots and Wings (Tuesday)
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Roots and Wings (Monday)
You know the adage about giving your children roots and wings. I’m blessed to have both. What about you? Are you more roots or more wings? – I think I’m well balanced—equal parts both – My circle of … Continue reading
Unitended Consequences (Friday)
I sense God’s direction; I respond, But. . . It may be as simple as the pie calling to me from the dessert case: God: You don’t need that. Me: But blueberries are good for me. But I … Continue reading
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Unintended Consequences (Thursday)
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