The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

Your Church Family is Here with You

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“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” (Romans 12:12, NIV)

As you face the week ahead of you, your church family is here with you in joy, hope, patience, and prayer. If you need encouragement or have prayer requests, please leave a comment or reach out to our staff here: Need Connect

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Rest

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How can we center our lives around the way of Jesus? Watch this Devo on the Go from Pastor Keith Tyler for insight on how to begin each day in surrender to God’s plan for you.

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Marriage: A Beautiful Design

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Your marriage is an incredible creation in God’s eyes. Watch this message from Marriage Ministries leaders David and Jamie Ake to discover three reminders about the beautiful design of your marriage.

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Is the Path Ahead of You Winding or Dark?

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Proverbs 3:5-6

If the path ahead of you looks winding or dark, remember these words from Proverbs 3. Trust in the Lord as He paves your way with grace and hope. Find support and connection for your walk of faith at www.stonebriar.org.

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Faith is Obeying in Spite of Circumstances

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quote: Faith is Obeying in Spite of Circumstances

True faith is obeying in spite of circumstances. For more insights on walking by faith, watch messages from Pastor Chuck Swindoll’s latest sermon series, Following in the Footsteps of the Faithful, at www.stonebriar.org/resources.

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Living God’s Way

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How can we center our lives around the way of Jesus? Watch this Devo on the Go from Pastor Keith Tyler for insight on how to begin each day in surrender to God’s plan for you.

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Family Prayer Time

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Parenting Pathway Blog

We created a 20 Days of Prayer, Family Prayer Journal to help you change the conversation during your family time.

Read the full article and download the journal on our Parenting Pathway blog post: Family Prayer Time.

Four Steps to a Transformed Life

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Even when it feels like things are out of control, God is holding everything together. Because of God’s power and love, we can rely on Him, and we are free to live differently. Watch this devotional from Stonebriar Elder Jay Madden for four steps from the book of Ezra that show us how to live God’s way rather than conforming to the world around us.

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Let’s Talk

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In your marriage, what’s your communication style? Listen as David and Jamie Ake cover the four unique styles of personal communication by Dr. David Olsen. Each style has its own challenges, so we hope this quick lesson encourages you to identify yours and work with your spouse to build healthier communication skills.

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For We Live by Faith

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For we live by faith, not by sight. (2 Corinthians 5:7, NIV)

For we live by faith, not by sight. (2 Corinthians 5:7, NIV)

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