I wrote these devotionals because I felt the Lord wanted me to write them.  Any ability I have comes from God, and certainly all wisdom and knowledge belongs to the Lord.  He alone deserves thanks and praise.  Always I sought His direction and leading.  Still, I am fallible.  I did not write these to receive any recognition or praise as if by my own ability I have done anything.  I am thankful to God if what I have written is helpful to another.  I wrote what I believe the Holy Spirit of God led me to write.  What He does with them is up to Him.  I desire only to be an obedient servant.

       Who I am is not important, but if credentials are significant to anyone, I have very few.   I have a duel bachelor's degree in English and education, and a master's in Curriculum and Instruction. Those are minor achievements.  Far more important, I have been a Christian for over 40 years.  The Lord has led me through many life experiences, some joyful, and some difficult.  Always He is faithful.

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In short, I want the reader to focus on God's message, not on me.

Sincerely,

J.E.Rogers Shively

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