The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

Lighten the Load

When you feel burdened and worn, where do you turn for rest? If it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, watch this devotional from Ministry Leader Debi Kruder to be reminded of Jesus’ invitation to find rest in Him. If you are able, take a moment to go outside and breathe the fresh air. Ask God to lift the load from your shoulders and meet you with His gentleness, strength, and love.

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The Art of Active Listening

From The Rooted Marriage, Stonebriar’s online marriage ministry, David and Jamie Ake share another encouraging tip from researcher Dr. David Olson. Watch as they discuss the third ingredient for effective communication, active listening, and how this ingredient will strategically give each spouse a deeper level of understanding with their partner. For more resources and encouragement for your marriage, for more resources and encouragement for your marriage, visit www.stonebriar.org/marriage.

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Be Strong and Take Heart

Be strong and take heart

Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD. (Psalm 31:24, NIV) Take heart, church family—when your hope is in the Lord’s unfailing love, He provides strength to face any challenge. For community and resources for your faith, visit stonebriar.org/events.

He is God. We are Not.

Remember, He is God. We are not. Faith is believing He is who He says He is and will do what He says He will do. —Pastor Chuck Swindoll

Remember, He is God. We are not. Faith is believing He is who He says He is and will do what He says He will do. —Pastor Chuck Swindoll God never changes. Let us keep walking in faith as believers in Jesus Christ. Find encouragement, connection, and fellowship at stonebriar.org/events.

Blessed is the One who Trusts in the Lord

Jeremiah 17:7-8

But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and …

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Walk in the Light Today!
Devo on the Go

Are you walking today in light or in darkness? Pastor Keith Tyler shares with us that the light of Christ can make darkness flee. As Christ followers, we live full of hope because we have Christ to light the way! We must boldly seek out people that are living in darkness and cannot find the light. Jesus is ready and willing to help us all walk in light today!

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