Category Archives: Morning Prayer

Comfort and Joy

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Philemon 1:7 (ESV) For I have derived much joy and comfort from your love, my brother, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you. Tidings of comfort and joy, from heaven to earth, from angles to shepherds, … Continue reading →

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Glorious Joy

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

1 Peter 1:8-9 (N(V)  Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end … Continue reading →

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The Advent of Joy

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

“Joy is distinctly a Christian word and a Christian thing. It is the reverse of happiness. Happiness is the result of what happens of an agreeable sort. Joy has its springs deep down inside. And that spring never runs dry, … Continue reading →

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Peace on Earth, Goodwill towards Man

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

James 3:18 (AMP) And the seed whose fruit is righteousness (spiritual maturity) is sown in peace by those who make peace [by actively encouraging goodwill between individuals]. Plant seeds of peace, grow spiritual maturity. Plant seeds of goodwill, reap a … Continue reading →

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Christ’s Peace

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

“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 →

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Step out in Peace

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

  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 →

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Live in Peace

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

  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 →

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The Advent of Peace

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

“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 →

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Foundation of Hope

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

  “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 →

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The Source of Hope

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

  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 →

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