The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

Three Truths for a Full Life

“Life is an adventure—walk into it by faith, not hesitantly, but confidently.” –Pastor Chuck Swindoll Find wisdom for living with faith and confidence in Pastor Chuck’s latest sermon, “Taking Life By the Throat” at stonebriar.org/watch.

Keep Doing Good

Do you ever get tired of doing what is right? Be encouraged by this reminder from Galatians, and know that none of your work for the Lord is in vain.

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Coping With Challenges Beyond Our Control

What do you do when you face struggles beyond your control? When you’re dealing with a challenge you can’t change, you can find comfort in the unchanging character of God. Listen as Darla Hill shares how studying the names of God is giving her peace during a difficult season, and how you can do the …

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The Right Mindset for Marriage

What’s one thing at the center of every great marriage? Grace! Find out why a grace-filled mindset can keep your love strong in tonight’s Rooted Marriage Moment. And remember to join our One Thing(s) marriage study and upcoming date nights to have fun and grow closer to your spouse this summer! Learn more at stonebriar.org/marriage.

Stonebriar Minute: Preschool Pals

Stonebriar Preschool Pals enrollment is open for the 2021–2022 school year, so we’d like to show you around our school and invite the kids in your life to learn, play, and grow with us! Learn more at stonebriar.org/preschoolpals.

Thankful to Be Debt-Free

Thankful to Be Debt-Free

Thanks to God’s provision through your generous gifts, by the end of June, Stonebriar Community Church will be debt-free. We are overjoyed to reach this milestone and are deeply grateful for all who have made this possible. Thank you to everyone who has given, worked, and prayed in pursuit of this goal. With Stonebriar’s debt …

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Do Not Worry About Tomorrow

Do you find yourself worrying about what the future will bring? Take a few minutes to read Jesus’ words about worry in Matthew 6:25–34. Remember that our heavenly Father knows what you need, and your future is in His faithful hands. Our staff would love to lift you and your worries up to the Lord …

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The Value of a Mentor to Our Kids, Part 2

Parenting Pathway Blog

In part two of our Parenting Pathway Podcast series on mentoring, Pastors Dave Carl and Steve Fischer talk about what it looks like to be a mentor and a mentee. We at Stonebriar strongly believe that spiritual growth is best achieved through the guidance and encouragement of fellow believers. The intimacy that develops in a mentor/mentee relationship is the best path to promoting spiritual development.

Read more and listen to the Podcast on our blog: Parenting Pathway.

Memorial Day

Today, we honor those who gave their all for our country. Please join us in praying for the families of the fallen, and take a moment to reflect on the sacrifice many have made to protect our safety and freedom.

Building Stronger Faith Together

quote: "Faith is like a muscle—the more you exercise it, the stronger it gets." (Pastor Nathan Kocurek)

Join our church family for worship tomorrow as we strengthen our faith in Christ together. Find details on our worship services and programming for all ages at www.stonebriar.org/sundays.

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