Author Archives: Shirlee Abbott

Joy over Immanuel

  Matthew 1:23 & Isaiah 7:14 Call him Immanuel, which means “God is with us.”   “God is with us,” bringing joy: When the Tabernacle was raised in the camp of the Israelites When the Son of God came to … Continue reading

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Healing Joy

I’m almost over a bout with the common cold. After a week of sneezing, coughing and decongestants, I noticed a change. I could breathe in and out through my nose. No sniffles, no congestion, no medication. My body was working the … Continue reading

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Joy in Creation

  JOY! God’s beautiful sunset led me home this evening: shifting hues of pink and orange painted across the blue sky sliding into tones of gray. Made my heart sing. Lord, Your mercies are new every sunset. Great is Your … Continue reading

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Pray God’s Word

  My one-word for 2023 is actually three words: Pray God’s Word.   I’m looking to Scripture to put words to my prayers. For places: Psalm 122:7 (ESV) Peace be within your walls and security within your towers. For people: … Continue reading

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True Word

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The Word

John 1:1 (NIV) In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.    My one-word for 2023 is PRAY.     When we pray, the Word (Jesus) hears our words.

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My 2023 One-Word

Yep, count me in with the folks who chose one word for the year.     My word for 2023 is PRAY. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NLT)  Never stop praying.    Pray all the time. Pray without ceasing. Pray about everything … Continue reading

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My One-Verse Resolution

Here’s a New Year’s resolution straight from God’s Word: Happy New Year!

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See You Next Year!

I’m spending the week with family.  Enjoy this last week in 2022.    

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My Christmas Wish

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