Tag Archives: short and simple

Simple Statistics

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Shirlee Abbott

Those of us who read easily often take the skill for granted. What do the stats say? 43 million American adults cannot read, write or do math above the 3rd grade level (Proliteracy) 17% of Americans don’t read … Continue reading →

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Thanks for Reluctant Readers

Posted on November 26, 2022 by Shirlee Abbott

I am thankful for the many Christians who don’t let their struggle to read stand in the way of their relationship with Christ. I am thankful for the easy-reader versions of the Bible that use shorter sentences and simpler words … Continue reading →

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Words Worth the Work

Posted on November 12, 2022 by Shirlee Abbott

“54% of U.S. adults 16-74 years old – about 130 million people – lack proficiency in literacy, reading below the equivalent of a sixth-grade level.” Forbes, 9/9/2020 Writers, Bible study leaders, pastors, Remember this: for millions of folks, reading … Continue reading →

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Famous Simple Words

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

Some of Jesus’ simplest phrases have become part of our culture. People who don’t know and believe in Him use them. From the Sermon on the Mount: “Turn the other cheek” (Matthew 5:39) “Go the extra mile” (Matthew … Continue reading →

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Simply the Cross

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

“Down at the cross where my Savior died, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried, There to my heart was the blood applied; Glory to his name!” E. A. Hoffman, 1875 Because of the cross, we are cleansed … Continue reading →

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Simply Persevere

Posted on February 9, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

Do you think the Bible is too hard? Ezra 7:10 (ICB) Ezra had worked hard to know and obey the Teachings of the Lord. Be like Ezra. Keep reading! Work hard. Hang in. Press forward. Carry on. Stand strong. … Continue reading →

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Simply Unacceptable

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

This week we looked at the unacceptable: words, thoughts, worship and work. Note to self: The unacceptable words, thoughts, worship and work have no tie to reading ability or academic achievement. Acceptance is tied to wisdom. Where … Continue reading →

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Classroom

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

Millions of American students are going to school virtually. At home, on-line. Between video games, social media, television, movies and smart phones–is there room to learn? May they soon be back in the classroom, God. Meanwhile, give them … Continue reading →

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Keeping It Too Simple?

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

I’m a believer in keeping it simple. But I wonder if we’re doing a disservice to our children by keeping it too simple. Insta-analysis Snap opinions Tweets from twits* TikToc’s 15 second clock It would be better to … Continue reading →

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New Options

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Shirlee Abbott

I worry about kids. With COVID cases going up, more and more schools are going virtual. Some students don’t learn well virtually. They need to be in the space, to touch the material, to move their bodies. They’re falling behind. … Continue reading →

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