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Remember the Sabbath (Wednesday)

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

In the “good old days” whole communities kept the Sabbath: stores were closed, and folks went home from church to Sunday dinner. Now, Sabbath-keeping a matter of personal choice and discipline. As Jesus commented, Mark 2:27 (CEV) People were … Continue reading →

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Remember the Sabbath (Tuesday)

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

Exodus 16:23 (CEV) He [Moses] told them that the Lord had said, “Tomorrow is the Sabbath, a sacred day of rest in honor of me. So gather all you want to bake or boil, and make sure you save enough … Continue reading →

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Remember the Sabbath (Monday)

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

How does a typical Sunday play out in your home? Sleep in–no morning commute! Church in the morning, sports in the afternoon It’s my to-do day Just another work day Exodus 20:11 (MSG) God blessed the … Continue reading →

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Friday)

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

I see a connection between “lead us not into temptation” and the 23rd Psalm: Psalm 23:3, 6 (ESV) He leads me in paths of righteousness . . . Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. … Continue reading →

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Thursday)

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

Temptation is not the same as sin. Sometimes folks get confused. Here’s the biblical definition of sin: James 4:17 (TLB) Knowing what is right to do and then not doing it is sin. Knowing the right thing to … Continue reading →

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Wednesday)

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

John MacArthur, pastor-teacher of global radio fame, makes an important point: “Every temptation, directly or indirectly, is the temptation to doubt and distrust God.” The prayer, “Lead us not into temptation,” is an expression of faith and trust in … Continue reading →

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Tuesday)

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

In our church, we pray the Lord’s Prayer in unison every Sunday. I have mental images for each phrase. It keeps me focused. For “lead us not into temptation,” I see God putting a barricade in front of … Continue reading →

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Monday)

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

Traditionally, Christians fast during this time before Easter. Did you give up something for Lent? No meat on Fridays for me I gave up sweets I’m fasting from Facebook and Twitter Without the spiritual component, fasting from … Continue reading →

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May Your Blessings Outnumber the Shamrocks (Friday)

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

I really like this verse: Ephesians 1:3 (ESV) Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. Blessings up–from me to God. Blessings … Continue reading →

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May Your Blessings Outnumber the Shamrocks (Thursday)

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Shirlee Abbott

Spring starts today! What do St. Patrick and Spring have in common, besides proximity on the calendar? Growth, new life. Just as spring plants grow from seed to tender sprout to fruitful maturity, Patrick grew from child to … Continue reading →

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