The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

A 2021 Resolution

What are your hopes for the new year? Be encouraged and inspired as Pastoral Leader Melissa Renner challenges us to embrace a new resolution for 2021. This year and always, may we worship the Lord, abide in Him, and make His name known. Find ways to connect with God and others this year on our Events page.

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Growing Your Marriage in 2021

Connect with our Marriage Ministries to make 2021 your best year yet! Stay tuned on www.stonebriar.org/events for monthly date nights and other events to help you have fun with your spouse and grow together in love. And be sure to join The Rooted Marriage group on Facebook, Instagram or text ROOTED to 469-275-9049 for encouragement and resources for your marriage.

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The Word Was God

John 1:1

God’s word is the foundation of our faith. Begin your time in God’s word and draw close to Him, learning truth that will grow your faith.

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Love God & Love Others

"Our church's mission is to love God and love others, so we look forward to sharing His love with you."

Our church’s mission is to love God and love others, so we look forward to sharing His love with you. Pastor Chuck Swindoll We love because God first loved us. What does the mission to love God and love others look like for you in the new year? Find encouragement, community, and resources for your …

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What You Already Possess

quote: "People are wide open to the Gospel these days. Forget about trying to impress others by what you buy. Spend more time imparting what you already possess."

The Gift we have in our Savior, Jesus Christ, is greater than any present we unwrapped today. Amid the joy of Christmas day, take a moment to prayerfully consider this—How is God calling you to share the treasure you’ve received in the Gospel?

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The Weary World Rejoices

O Holy Night

In the beloved Christmas song “O Holy Night,” we sing these words: “A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices, for yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.” Our weary world is searching for hope today, and we as believers know where to find it—just look inside the manger on that precious, holy night.

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Good News of Christmas

I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. (Luke 2:10, NIV)

There is no better news than this—the Son of God came to earth to save us! Jesus did what we could not do. He lived a sinless life, died a sacrificial death in our place, and rose from the grave, defeating sin, death, and the devil forever. If you believe in Him, you will have eternal life in Heaven, and nothing can separate you from God’s love.

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The Ultimate Gift, Episode 3

We would all love to give the ultimate gift that keeps giving the whole year through. In this episode of The Rooted Marriage, David and Jaime Ake share why spouses may be interested in continuing to give the ultimate gift to each other, modeled after the ongoing gift believers have received from God. Find more relatable resources and community for your marriage on our webpage: www.stonebriar.org/marriage.

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Christ was Born to Save!

God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. (2 Corinthians 5:21, NIV)

God made Him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. (2 Corinthians 5:21, NIV)

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Christmas Expectations

quote: "The Christian can get "high" very easily on the crest of Christmas. The afterglow can be a dangerous, depressing experience. Guard yourself. Keep a firm hand on the controls of your mind and emotions."—Pastor Chuck Swindoll

“The Christian can get ‘high’ very easily on the crest of Christmas. The afterglow can be a dangerous, depressing experience. Guard yourself. Keep a firm hand on the controls of your mind and emotions.”
—Pastor Chuck Swindoll

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