God repeatedly tells us in his word to, "Fear not." That was the topic of the July Women's meeting and an issue we all face throughout our Christian lives.
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May 3
2017
Women's Meeting - April 2017
Review of our April meeting, which featured personal testimonies and ministry around our true identity in Christ.
Apr 6
2017
Awkward Conversations
Thinking about the words we use and how they impact the hearer without becoming overly focused on ourselves
Feb 16
2017
Let's Take a Closer Look
Being seen from a distance to being known close up
This is a summary of our January 2017 meeting, including application questions.
Nov 22
2016
Thanksgiving
This may be a little obvious Thanksgiving week, but let's take time to cultivate thankfulness.
Oct 13
2016
He Knows Us By Name
God knows our names.
Sep 22
2016
Harvest
Today is the first day of autumn, so I thought it might be a good idea to encourage us to think about the word harvest, which is easily linked with that time of year.
Leslie Santamaria shares about our July meeting and adds her testimony of how she was ministered to during it.
Jul 15
2016
Let Not Our Love Grow Cold
How do we respond in the midst of wickedness?
Jun 24
2016
Recap of May 2016 Ladies' Meeting
In this post Lesli Slack reviews our May meeting. This is more than a review, though; it is an encouragement as well.
Apr 28
2016
Would It Help if an Angel Went Before You?
Trusting God for the future and giving grace to others as we think the best about them.
Apr 11
2016
Welcome Springtime
What can we learn from a flock of flowers?
Mar 25
2016
Take a Risk
Should taking a risk be part of our Christian life?
Feb 12
2016
Put it in Drive
Going from hearing to doing.
Jan 4
2016
Shirley's Corner - I Am Doing A New Thing
Shirley is back with an unexpected post. Read it and you'll see what we mean...
Nov 28
2015
Shirley's Corner - Grace, Grace, Grace
Shirley shares with us her research of the many uses of a very common word. But what she discovers in the process stops her in her tracks with gratefulness. She also makes a very important announcement at the end so don't miss it. Be sure and express your gratitude by commenting.
Nov 6
2015
Shirley's Corner - Holiday Humility
Shirley provides some much needed reminders as we approach the busy holiday season. But what she shares isn't what you normally hear...
Oct 23
2015
Shirley's Corner - Eternal Life
This week Shirley will celebrate her 80th birthday, which has caused her to contemplate eternity. Let's listen in...
Oct 16
2015
Shirley's Corner - What Shall I Wear?
As Jerry and Shirley prepare to go on a cruise to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary, she shares with us some insights the Holy Spirit gave her about what to wear on her trip.
Oct 2
2015
Shirley's Corner - Steward or Owner?
Shirley shares with us what it means to truly walk the talk the way Christ intended us to. Are you a steward of all God has given you? Read to find out...
Sep 18
2015
Shirley's Corner - Mission Possible
Shirley relates today's post about an old TV show where impossible tasks were assigned, yet accomplished in the 60 minute show, to the seemingly impossible troubles we face today as Christians.
Today's post provides a lesson through a parable of sorts. Listen in as Shirley's shares with us something precious God revealed to her.
Sep 4
2015
Shirley's Corner - Day by Day
Shirley shares with us how God orchestrates all our days, and you might be surprised at how far reaching His "new mercies" are. If we can grasp this Truth, our days will be filled with more joy than we ever imagined.
Aug 28
2015
Shirley's Corner - Let's Talk About Fruit
Today Shirley shares a unexpected conversation she had with The Lord about what was on His mind for her. It had to do with the bowl of fruit in front of her. See if you can relate...
Aug 21
2015
Shirley's Corner - Emptiness
Shirley shares a current season in her life where God is calling her to empty everything before Him so He can fill her with what He desires. A challenging post for all of us.
Aug 14
2015
Shirley's Corner - Change My Heart
Shirley shares a fresh struggle she is facing in her heart and encourages us to pray for God to do what only He can do--change our hearts.
Aug 7
2015
Shirley's Corner - React Or Respond
Shirley shares with us the difference between relational trials and circumstantial trials. Knowing which type of trial we're facing will help us know how to better deal with it.
Today Shirley shares with us a secret she has discovered in growing closer to Christ year after year. And it might surprise you as to how accessible this same process is to us. Grab your favorite drink and drink in her words as she leads us to Christ.
Jul 17
2015
Shirley's Corner - Potential
Today Shirley shares with us a gift God gave to her, and she encourages us to ask in faith for gifts like these. You may tap into something hidden you didn't know was possible.
Jul 10
2015
Shirley's Corner - Bootleg Bessie
Shirley tells a story from her childhood that allows us to understand her upbringing and how God used this to make her who she is today. We all have a story--today is the day to enjoy her's...
Jul 3
2015
Shirley's Corner - Tarry
Today Shirley shares with us a word that many of us may no longer use and may not even practice. Her hope is that after today that will change...
Shirley shares a surprising story that will take your breath away. You may never look at panhandlers in the same way again.
Jun 12
2015
Shirley's Corner - View From the Seventh Floor
Shirley offers a timely word about perspective and the difference it makes in how we handle the circumstances we're facing.
Jun 9
2015
Shirley's Corner - Who Can We Love Today?
Shirley invites us into a personal conversation with the Lord. Let's listen in and glean what we can for our encouragement and growth in loving others the way our Father loves us.
May 29
2015
Shirley's Corner - Surprise!
Shirley provides fresh perspective on a common thing you may love or hate. In either case, it's inevitable.
Shirley offers encouragement to not neglect meeting house to house, face to face in this high tech world.
May 1
2015
Shirley's Corner - Prayer For The Prodigals
Shirley shares with us valuable insight as to how to handle being the mother of a prodigal.
Apr 17
2015
Shirley's Corner - Whatever!
Shirley shares with us about a word that has become all too common in a negative way. See how she changes our focus to what matters...
Apr 13
2015
Shirley's Corner - Behold All Things Are New
Have you ever wished you could start over--push the reset button on life? God has provided such a way, and Shirley does an excellent job explaining it.
Apr 10
2015
Come, Let Us Adore Him--We Did And Still Do!
Leslie Santamaria provides a recap of our latest women's ministry night. If you were unable to attend we encourage you to take a moment and listen in on all God did in and through us. It was a night to remember.
Apr 3
2015
Happy
Today Lesli Slack shares with us a very personal testimony of how God brought her from a place of seeking joy in Him to being truly happy in Him. We think it'll inspire you to seek Him as well.
We live in an age of information. Shirley shares with us the challenge it is to turn the information we accumulate into wisdom that glorifies God.
Mar 16
2015
Shirley's Corner - Security and Servanthood
Have you ever thought of the difference between a crown and an apron? Shirley provides an explanation you might never forget.
Feb 27
2015
A Place At The Table For You
Today's post provides practical help in focusing our heart and mind on the Gospel.
Feb 20
2015
Shirley's Corner - That Daily Choice
Shirley offers fresh perspective on something we all face daily--the choice to love others or to love self.
Shirley shares with us the three ways God answers our prayers. It might not be what you'd expect.
Feb 6
2015
Shirley's Corner - The Art of Receiving
Shirley shares the importance of being willing to receive from others with gratefulness.
Jan 30
2015
Shirley's Corner - Explicit Obedience
Shirley shares specifically what it looks like to obey God His way.
Jan 23
2015
Shirley's Corner - Intimacy With God
Today Shirley challenges us with several questions like this one: What would happen, if you regularly, went into a private room, closed (or locked) the door and got on the floor before the Lord? Read this post and be encouraged in your pursuit of God. He's waiting...
Today Shirley opens up the third part of her excellent series addressing Procrastination. Something with which most of us are all too familiar.