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Fear No Evil

Posted on August 14, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Psalm 23:4 (NIV) I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Matthew 6:13 Deliver us from the evil one. Look at the 23rd Psalm and the Lord’s Prayer–two of the best-known Bible passages. They don’t say, “If … Continue reading →

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The Simple Answer to Evil

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Psalm 34:14 Turn from evil and do good. Don’t overthink it.

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Good vs Evil

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Mass shootings. Sexual predators. Racism. Contempt. Lies. What say you? Are the forces of evil winning? Since time began, same old story Evil makes better headlines It’s not more evil; it’s less good Romans 12:21 (NIV) Do not … Continue reading →

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Sheltering Service

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

A friend with autism has a new best friend, one who makes him feel safer and braver. Surely, when creating the first dog, God envisioned this future loyal service. From Pawsitivity Service Dogs website: “There are numerous tasks and therapeutic … Continue reading →

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Simply Sad

Posted on August 9, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Walter William’s columns are on my must-read list. His wisdom routinely touches my heart. This time, his words break my heart: “In 2016, in 13 of Baltimore’s 39 high schools, not a single student scored proficient on the … Continue reading →

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God’s End

Posted on August 8, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

“The death of Jesus Christ is the fulfillment in history of the very mind and intent of God. There is no place for seeing Jesus Christ as a martyr. His death was not something that happened to Him— something that … Continue reading →

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Best End Ever

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

John 19:30 (NIV) Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Everyone who believes in Him lives happily ever after.

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A Good End

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

2 Timothy 3:7 (NIV) I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. A life well-lived for Christ leads to a good end.

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Ending Well

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

My hubby retired after 23 years in the same position. It made me think about how things come to an end. How do you handle endings? T’s crossed, deadlines met, papers tucked into color-coded folders Endings are boring, … Continue reading →

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Safe Surgery

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Shirlee Abbott

Sometimes it is easier to take the operating room to the patient. According to Mercy Ships: “Many people in Africa have little or no access to healthcare. There are only 2.5 physicians per 10,000 people in Africa, … Continue reading →

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