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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Christ’s Peace
“Christ died. He left a will in which He gave His soul to His Father, His body to Joseph of Arimathea, His clothes to the soldiers, and His mother to John. But to His disciples, who had left all to … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Matthew Henry, peace, peace that passes understanding, Philippians 4:7
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Step out in Peace
Ephesians 6:15 (NLT) For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. Are you all dressed up and ready to go? Don’t forget your best shoes. Isaiah 52:7 … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Ephesians 6:15, Isaiah 52:7, shoes of peace
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Live in Peace
Romans 12:18 (NASB) If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all people. It takes effort on everyone’s part to live in peace. Question is, am I a roadblock on the path to … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Lamentations 3:23, peace, Romans 12:18
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The Advent of Peace
“The feast day of your birth resembles you, Lord Because it brings joy to all humanity . . . Your day is a means and a pledge of peace. At your birth heaven and earth were reconciled, Since you came … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Ephrem the Syrian, peace, reconciliation
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Foundation of Hope
“My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.” Edward Mote, 1834 No Jesus, no hope. Know Jesus, know hope. Good morning, Lord. You are my hope … for sins forgiven, for eternal life, … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Edward Mote, hope, My Hope Is Built
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The Source of Hope
Psalm 119:114 (NLT) You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope. Hope running low? Fill it up with the Word of God. Good morning, Lord. When I’m discouraged, I tend to … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged God's Word, hope, Psalm 119:114
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Winter’s Hope
“In the frost when the earth is barren, You bring new hope to our souls. In December when seeds are hidden in the soil, The staff of life springs forth from the virgin womb.” Ephrem the Syrian (306-373) Are you … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Ephrem the Syrian, hope
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The Birth of Hope
Matthew 1:21 (TLB) … you shall name him Jesus (meaning ‘Savior’), for he will save his people from their sins. No Savior = no hope. Christmas celebrates the birth of hope. Good morning, Lord. You are the … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Matthew 12:1, Romans 12:1, Savior
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More Hope
It’s Advent, the season of hope — hope fulfilled, hope in this moment and hope for what is yet to be seen. Romans 15:13 (NIV) May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Advent, hope, Romans 15:13
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A Thanksgiving Prayer
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged gratitude, Thanksgiving, Tychon of Zadonsk
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