Tag Archives: commitment

The Edge

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Douglas Abbott

I have come to the conclusion that God often allows the Christian to go through such complete emotional/psychological dismemberment that nothing is left except the thing he started with — following Christ no matter what may come.

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A Pointed Reminder

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Douglas Abbott

I just got corrected by God. It wasn’t a harsh correction. To the contrary, my own conscience supplied all the bite. A member of my family came forward to apologize for hurtful things he has done and said. I admit, … Continue reading →

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Ten Talents

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Douglas Abbott

“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.”  –Matt. 25:23 I just had an epiphany: I am an obsessive collector. Furthermore, my tendency to collect … Continue reading →

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Accidental Blessings, Part 3

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Douglas Abbott

I made a new friend at the Vancouver Goodwill last week. I was taking care of some dull piece of business at the counter when an employee I had never met, Greg, came by and noticed my tee shirt. I … Continue reading →

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