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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
A Timeless Psalm
My Bible-reading schedule took me to Psalm 90. It got me thinking about time. Psalm 90:1-2 (NIV) Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged everlasting, impatience, Moses, Psalm 90, Time
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Revival in Our Nation
“There has never been a spiritual awakening in any country or locality that did not begin in united prayer.” A. T. Pierson (1837-1911) Do you believe we need a nation-wide revival? Are you praying for a nation-wide revival? … Continue reading
Repent for the Nation
Daniel 9:4-5 (NIV) Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong. We have been wicked and have rebelled; we have turned away from your commands and laws. … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged Daniel 9:4-5, Psalm 23:3, repent for the nation, Romans 3:23
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Prayer for the Nation
“Thy love divine hath led us in the past, In this free land by Thee our lot is cast; Be Thou our ruler, guardian, guide and stay, Thy Word our law, Thy paths our chosen way.” Daniel C. Roberts, 1876 … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Daniel C Roberts, God or Our Fathers
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A Devoted Nation
Proverbs 14:34 (MSG) God-devotion makes a country strong; God-avoidance leaves people weak. Devotion to God brings good, not harm … to individuals, communities, a nation. Good morning, Lord. I want to be fully devoted to You — … Continue reading
A Call to Prayer
Following up on the 4th of July celebration, this week we’ll explore our Biblical responsibilities toward our nation. 1 Timothy 2:1-3 (NIV) I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 1 Timothy 2:1-3, prayer for those in authority
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Keep Training
I need to practice what I preach and put Paul’s words into action. 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 (MSG) I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No lazy … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought, Morning Prayer
Tagged 1 Corinthians 9:26-27, train for the race
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Keep Running
“Run each day’s race with all your might, so that at the end you will receive the victory wreath from God. Keep on running even when you have had a fall. The victory wreath is won by him who does … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer, Timeless Wisdom
Tagged Basilea Schlink\, run the race, stumble and fall
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