The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

Daniel Was Faithful

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary The king of Babylon chose a group of young men from God’s people to be his helpers. The king gave them some of his food. Daniel and his three friends loved God and did not want to break God’s rules by eating the king’s food. They asked to eat vegetables and drink water instead. After 10 …

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Pray for Turkey and Syria

Pray for Turkey and Syria

One of the strongest earthquakes on record struck Turkey in the early morning hours of February 6. The devastation extended into Syria, with the two countries reporting more than 20,000 casualties as of February 9. The 7.8 magnitude earthquake was followed by severe aftershocks. It destroyed entire city blocks, including multiple apartment complexes, in Turkey. …

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Jeremiah Encouraged God’s People

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary God sent the prophet Jeremiah to warn the people in Judah to stop making wrong choices and obey God. God punished the people because they did not listen. He sent the king of Babylon to take over Judah. God promised to bring His people back to Judah. God said, …

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Every Person Matters

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary King David wrote a psalm, or song, to God. David wrote, “You created me. I will praise You because You made me wonderfully.” “You knew me and saw me before I was born,” David wrote. David prayed, “God, see if I am doing wrong, and lead me on the …

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Pickleball

Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes. It’s a game that’s appropriate for players, adults college-age and higher, and all skill levels. Spots are limited, so sign up today. We offer two Pickleball sessions. The morning session is 9-11:30 a.m. The …

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God’s People Were Taken Captive

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary The kings after Josiah did wrong and led God’s people to do wrong things too. The people did not listen to the prophet’s warnings to love God and to stop sinning. God allowed the king of Babylon to destroy the Lord’s temple and take the people to Babylon to …

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Seven Essentials for Finishing Well

Seven Essentials for Finishing Well

God’s purposes for His people do not change at the age of retirement. If you are a senior adult, join Six Essentials for Finishing Well for a look at God’s mission for you in this season of life. Visit our website to learn more and sign up for this six-week Bible study, which begins February 2: https://stonebriar.org/seven-essentials

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Nahum Warned of God’s Judgment

Early Childhood Sunday Praise Pack

Virtual Clubhouse Video Bible Story Summary Nahum told the people in Nineveh that God is jealous, fair, powerful, and good. God would punish the people in Nineveh because they did not love or trust Him. God told His people He would set them free from their enemies. The message Nahum shared was bad news for …

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