The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

Marriage Mentors

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Can you think of a couple who has inspired you to grow in your marriage? Listen to today’s Marriage Moment for insights on how to spot a mentor couple in your life, and how to become the type of couple who encourages others. Find ways to connect with other couples at stonebriar.org/marriage.

The Great Commission

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How does your life demonstrate the great commission?

How does your life demonstrate the Great Commission? Spend some time reflecting on Matthew 28:18–20 today, and think of how you can show and share Christ’s love in the week ahead.

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Scripture: The Source of Wisdom

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“Wisdom comes privately from God as a by-product of right decisions, godly reactions, and a daily devotion to searching the wonderful riches of the scriptures.” —Pastor Chuck Swindoll Find wisdom in God’s Word by listening to messages from Pastor Chuck Swindoll’s sermon library at stonebriar.org/resources.

The Peace of God

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Today’s verse is a favorite of Vickie Bray, our Director of Human Resources! Stay tuned for more staff favorite verses, and find encouragement from God’s Word on our YouTube channel: bit.ly/sccdevos

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Raising Kids to Serve Like Christ

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Parenting Pathway Blog

As Christians, service is in our DNA. We are instructed to love God with our whole heart and to love our neighbor as ourselves, which often happens through serving one another. In a consumer culture like ours, how can we as parents teach our kids to have servant hearts? This week on the blog, Aubree Bryant, our Middle School Ministry Leader, speaks into why serving matters and how you can encourage your family to live a life of Christ-like service.

Read more on our Parenting Pathway blog: Parenting Pathway.

At One With God

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What does it take to make us right with God? Listen as Stonebriar Elder Jay Madden At One With God walks us through the path to oneness, made possible by the atoning sacrifice of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Find more devotionals and encouragement from God’s Word on our YouTube channel: SCC Devotionals

Speak Up & Listen In

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Learn how to speak up and listen in to your spouse’s perspective with today’s Marriage Moment. Find more encouragement and biblical wisdom on our webpage: stonebriar.org/marriage and in The Rooted Marriage Facebook group.

Staff’s Favorite Bible Verses—Lauri Lanier

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We’ve asked our staff to share their favorite Bible verses, so be on the lookout for more encouragement from God’s Word! This one comes from Lauri Lanier, Ministry Leader for Care Ministries (www.stonebriar.org/care).

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Find Meaning in Life

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“The saddest thing in life is not death, but living a life without purpose” —Pastor Joseph Gonzalez What gives your life purpose? We’re here to help you discover the true source of meaning and hope. Join us for worship at our new contemporary service this Sunday at 9 a.m., and find more ways to connect …

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Remember to Never Forget

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“Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things He does for me.” (Psalm 103:2 NLT)  Do you find yourself wishing you could forget the past year and all its challenges? Listen to this encouraging message from Karen Hawkins for insights on how remembering can reveal God’s faithfulness.