Characters Archives: Abby

Abigail, or “Abby,” is a poodle who loves looking pretty. God’s always watching, so she wants to look her best.

Very Traditional Church

By Jeff on November 21, 2024 in Comics

Some churches are traditional, some are contemporary. Some are big, some are small. Some meet once a week, some have activities everyday. Find the one that fits you.

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Abby: My Uncle Casey's church is very traditional.

Con: How traditional is it?

Abby: The last time anyone tried to change a lightbulb...

Abby:...the congregation cried, "Change?! You want to CHANGE something?!!!"

Our God Is An Awesome God

By Jeff on November 20, 2024 in Comics

The song “Awesome God” was written by Rich Mullins and has been recorded by many artists, including Kirk Franklin, Michael W. Smith and Hillsong. Our God is truly and an Awesome God!

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Nim: How come when Kirk Franklin sings "Awesome God," he says "He rains from Heaven above?"

Nim: I mean, that's not very high praise to just say that God rains all over us!

Abby: It's not RAIN, like R-A-I-N, you goof. It's REIGN, like R-E-I-G-N.
Nim: Spell it however you want.

Nim: But I've been around the dogpark enough times to know that someone's getting wet!

Prayer Works!

By Jeff on November 18, 2024 in Comic Singles

Prayer Works!

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Prayer Works

Galatians 5 – Fruit Of The Spirit Mango Blast

By Jeff on November 15, 2024 in Comics

Learn more about the Fruit of the Spirit by reading Galatians 5 in your Bible. These are gifts from God to all believers.

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Nim: I've been thinking about the Fruits of the Spirit Con talked about yesterday.

Nim: God could really take that up a notch if he used some fusion.
Abby: God doesn't need any of your advice!

Nim: But it's the biggest thing in product branding now. You mix two tastes together. It's just like a mash-up, but with flavors.

Abby: Nim, you don't understan...
Nim: Something like Fruit-of-the-Spirit-Mango-Blast!

James 1:5 – True Wisdom

By Jeff on November 14, 2024 in Comics

James 1:5 – Just remember that when the Bible speaks about wisdom, it’s usually referring to wisdom about God and salvation.

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Nim: I'm now totally brilliant!
Abby: Huh?

Nim: James 1:5 says "If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God...and it will be given to him."

Nim: I asked, therefore I'm now a true braniac!

Abby: Don't you think you're being a little...
Nim: SILENCE! I FEEL A THOUGHT COMING ON!

Jonah and the Whale

By jeff on November 7, 2024 in Comics

Jonah and the Whale is the subject of Nim’s journalistic pursuit. He may get answers to who, what, where, when, why and how without understanding the story. Do you ever confuse details with wisdom? You might know all the answers to a test, but not understand how to apply that to your life. Read about Jonah and Whale today and pray for God’s wisdom to understand the meaning rather than focusing on the specifics.

Jonah 1-2

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Nim: Abby, help me work on my journalism skills by telling me about Jonah and the whale.
Abby: Okay, one day Jonah...
Nim: Who?
Abby: Jonah. And a whale...
Nim: What?
Abby: A whale...
Nim: Where?
Abby: Umm...
Nim: When? Why?
Abby: Hey!
Nim: Well, I think that covers just about everything. So why do I feel like I've forgotten something?
Abby: Keep it up, and I'll make you forget something!
Nim: How?

You can read about Jonah and the whale in Jonah 1 and 2.

Matthew 28:16-20 – The Great Commission

By Jeff on November 2, 2024 in Comics

The Great Commission is actually Jesus’ challenge to his disciples – and all Christians – to spread God’s Word and New Covenant throughout the world.

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Abby: Tell me a Bible story, Nim.
Nim: Okay. A-hem!

Nim: Jesus told his apostles to go out and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. But Thomas raised his hand and asked, "What do WE get out of this?"

Nim: And Jesus said, "7 percent on a sliding scale."
Abby: (What the...?)

Nim: And that's what known as "The Great Commission."
Abby: It is not!

I Hate Broccoli

By Jeff on October 31, 2024 in Comics

Sometimes I wish God had made healthy foods like broccoli, brussel sprouts and liver taste more like ice cream, candy and tacos.

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Nim: Why did God make all the healthy food taste so bad?

Abby: What are you talking about? Broccoli is good for you AND it's delicious!

Nim: Broccoli?! BLEEECCCCHHHH!!!

Abby: Be careful. Your face might freeze like that.
Nim: Make me eat broccoli and it probably will.

Citizen Way 2.0 – Bulletproof

By Jeff on October 30, 2024 in Comics

The new song “Bulletproof” from Citizen Way‘s second album, “2.0” is a fun way to praise God. In fact, the whole album is great! I had it playing while drawing this strip. Check it out on iTunes.

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Abby: What'cha listening to?
Con: "Bulletproof," the new song from Citizen Way.

Con: It's got a great Christian message all wrapped up in a cool disco sound that I can dance to.
Abby: You... dance?

(SHUDDER!!)

Con: I can dance!
Abby: I've seen you try. Just don't even...NO!

Obedience To God Part 5

By Jeff on October 28, 2024 in Comics

God’s Word is absolute and let us know what is right or wrong. Don’t try to rewrite His laws for your own selfish purposes, instead try to show obedience to god to be more like Christ.

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Nim: How's your obedience class?
Abby: Oh, I'm very obedient now!

Abby: In fact, I now see that too many people try to get around God's laws by pointing out the gray areas.

Abby: But I'm here to tell you...things are either right or wrong. Black or white. Everything is either black or white.
Nim: Not everything.

Nim: You're PINK and white.

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Characters Archives: Abby

Very Traditional Church

Our God Is An Awesome God

Prayer Works!

Galatians 5 – Fruit Of The Spirit Mango Blast

James 1:5 – True Wisdom

Jonah and the Whale

Jonah 1-2

Matthew 28:16-20 – The Great Commission

I Hate Broccoli

Citizen Way 2.0 – Bulletproof

Obedience To God Part 5