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Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott
Meekly Dressed
Colossians 3:12 (ESV) Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. In God’s kingdom, meekness is high fashion.
All Meek, to All
Titus 3:1-2 (ASV) … be in subjection to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready unto every good work, to speak evil of no man, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all meekness toward all men. … Continue reading
Meek: Learn from the Best
Jesus said, Matthew 11:29 (JUB) … learn from Me. For I am meek and lowly in heart … Jesus, who held the power that spoke our world into existence, changed this world with His meek and gentle actions. Be like … Continue reading
Morning Prayer: Words as Weapons
Good morning, Lord. Yesterday, I used words as weapons–sharp arrows I shot at someone else’s heart. Their words had pricked my heart, so I shot mine back. It’s a far cry from “do onto others as you would have them … Continue reading
Posted in Morning Prayer
Tagged Golden Rule, morning prayer, words
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Blessed Are the Meek
We think of meek as a negative: a wimp, a doormat, a weakling who lets others take advantage of him. God sees meek as a positive. Psalm 37:11 (ESV) But the meek shall inherit the land and delight … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged Matthew 5:5, meek, Moses, Numbers 12:3, Psalm 37:11
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Morning Prayer: When I Sin
Good morning, Lord. It’s not a question of “If I sin.” It is “When I sin,” because I will. When I sin, nudge my soul so I understand what I’ve done. Give me the courage to admit it–to You first, … Continue reading
God’s Anger
“When we see the darkness of our sin, we fear the storm of your wrath. But just as in truth rain brings new life to the Earth, so you rain down mercy on our sinful souls, bringing forgiveness and peace.” … Continue reading
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged forgiveness, Gilbert of Hoyland, God's anger, mercy
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Stirring Up Anger
I know a few people who are masters at stirring up anger. They know what words whispered to which person will get a fight started. Often, they walk away with an innocent look, unscathed by the battle they started. They … Continue reading
It’s OK to Be Angry
Here’s more Old and New Testament wisdom regarding anger: Psalm 4:4 (ESV) Be angry, and do not sin; ponder in your own hearts on your beds, and be silent. Ephesians 4:26-27 (ESV) Be angry and do not … Continue reading
Posted in 40 Days of Prayer for America, Constructive Thought
Tagged anger, Ephesians 4:26-27, Psalm 4:4
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Slow to Anger
Old Testament wisdom from Solomon: Ecclesiastes 7:9 (ESV) Be not quick in your spirit to become angry, for anger lodges in the heart of fools. New Testament wisdom from the Apostle James: James 1:19-20 Know this, my beloved brothers: let … Continue reading
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged anger, Ecclesiastes 7:9, James 1:19-20, Wisdom
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