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Author: Karen Abbott

Renfrew, Ontario, Canada

The LessonPodcast

Friday, July 22, 2016 Karen Abbott

The e-mail response to my recent devotional of July 2nd, regarding my total hip replacement surgery, was overwhelming, as many readers were apparently able to relate to my plight. Now, in following up, I wish to share how God made all … Read more

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The Gift Of PatiencePodcast

Saturday, July 2, 2016 Karen Abbott

This past couple of years has been a struggle for me. My rapidly deteriorating arthritic hips and knees have made it difficult for me to function as usual, and now, I have recently had a total right hip replacement. Instead of thanking God … Read more

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The Holy Spirit At WorkPodcast

Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Karen Abbott

Currently, our weekly ecumenical Bible study group is studying the book of Acts. As we progress through Luke's letter to Theophilus, the Holy Spirit is repeatedly evident in all the activities of Christians in the early church. They heal … Read more

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The Holy Spirit At WorkPodcast

Friday, March 18, 2016 Karen Abbott

Currently, our weekly ecumenical Bible study group is studying the book of Acts. As we progress through Luke's letter to Theophilus, the Holy Spirit is repeatedly evident in all the activities of Christians in the early church. They heal … Read more

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Turning A Challenge Into An Opportunity For ChristPodcast

Friday, November 27, 2015 Karen Abbott

The Prime Minister of Canada has volunteered to accept 25,000 Syrian refugees into our nation before the end of February. This has raised many fears and concerns amongst the general population. Many may not know that in the last fifteen … Read more

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We Are The ChurchPodcast

Saturday, July 25, 2015 Karen Abbott

In our town of 8,500 people, we have eleven Christian church buildings: eight still active, one for sale, one already sold, and three without clergy. Obviously, in the past, our forebears felt the need to build all these churches in which … Read more

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We Serve A Living GodPodcast

Tuesday, July 7, 2015 Karen Abbott

In my local social circle, I am often with Christians, but I have family and friends who are not Christians. It's difficult for me to explain to those non-believers that my "religion" is not like others such as Buddhism or Judaism. It's … Read more

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Rest In The LordPodcast

Friday, May 1, 2015 Karen Abbott

As a retiree, I have kept myself busy since my husband's death seven years ago, volunteering in many organizations. At times, the pace of these commitments was hectic, but I soldiered on, afraid not to be occupied and thus alone. My … Read more

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Tuesday, November 10, 2026 – In Asia — A new friend shared about how he uses his business to support his church planting movement ministries in three countries. Pray that this business could easily be set up in our area and it would support our national workers financially. Pray as well for wisdom to know where to reach out with the gospel these next months, and to stand strong through persecution.

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Today's Verse

Job 37:5-6 – God's voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. He says to the snow, "Fall on the earth," and to the rain shower, "Be a mighty downpour." (NIV)5

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Jeremiah 1:5a – Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart. (NIV)

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  • Today's Bible Reading:2 Matthew 23:29-39
  • Today's One-Year3 Bible Passage: Acts 13-14
  • Today's Two-Year4 Bible Passages: 1 Kings 5; Galatians 1:1-10
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Defend the Bible? I would just as soon defend a lion. Just turn the Bible loose. It will defend itself. – Charles H. Spurgeon6

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