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Joy Restored

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

The psalmist praises God: Psalm 30:11 (TLB) Then he turned my sorrow into joy! He took away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy. God restores joy that’s gone missing. Wait for it! Good morning, Lord. … Continue reading →

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I’ll Be Away from this Blog

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

See you in a couple weeks!

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Enjoy a Couple Weeks without Me

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

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Magnify!

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Psalm 34:3 (ESV) Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together! Magnify the Lord? He’s already the greatest, kindest, strongest, holiest One in the universe. He needs no magnification. It’s us … we need to … Continue reading →

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Remember: God and Us

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Luke 22:19 (NLT) He [Jesus] took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in … Continue reading →

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When Innocent Thoughts Become Demanding Dictators

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

I read the Proverbs 31 Ministries devotional every morning. Today, they’re featuring a devotional I wrote. You can read it here,

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Called by God

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

I’m called to write — you can read about it on the COMPEL Training website. What is He calling you to do?

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Simple Words

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

If you know me well, you know that I try to use simple words and short sentences. There are lots of Christian adults who struggle with reading. I want to make my message as easy to read as possible (like … Continue reading →

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Morning Prayer: Faith

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Shirlee Abbott

Good morning, Lord. Teach me to hold loosely onto my own plans and fiercely onto my faith in You.

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Righteousness and Justice … and Prayer

Posted on December 6, 2023 by Shirlee Abbott

Prayer — on the vertical and the horizontal. Our Father in heaven, forgive me my unrighteousness as I forgive injustices from others.

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