The Shelf

A collection of encouragement, connection, and inspiration
The Shelf

A Prayer for Uvalde

Today marks two weeks since the unthinkable tragedy in Uvalde. With broken hearts, we continue to pray for our neighbors to the south. Please pause for a few minutes today to pray with us, asking God to surround this grieving community with the love and hope of Christ.

Remember Their Sacrifice

Take time this Memorial Day to remember our country’s fallen heroes, and pray for the families of those who gave everything to secure our freedom.

When All Else Fails

How can we stay strong when life is hard? Is it possible to have joy even when things go wrong? Seek the answers with us in the latest series from our contemporary worship service. Watch the first message now at stonebriar.org/watch, and join us for more this Sunday at 9 a.m.

The Danger of Comparing Kids

“A great mistake we make as parents is comparing our kids.” Pastor Chuck Swindoll Listen to part one of Pastor Chuck’s message on nurturing your child’s unique gifts at stonebriar.org/watch, and join us this Sunday for part two.

Romans 10:9

“If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” Romans 10:9 (NIV) Praise God that we don’t have to be “good enough” to be saved—we are saved by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone! Thank the Lord …

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A Mother’s Day Prayer

“We’re grateful, Father, to the end of our days for those who were our mothers. Thank You for the memory.” Pastor Chuck Swindoll Listen to this Mother’s Day prayer by Pastor Chuck Swindoll, and be encouraged by his full message for mothers from Sunday, May 8, at stonebriar.org/watch.

A Word for the Hurting This Mother’s Day

On Mother’s Day, Pastor Ignacio Cerda gave a beautiful welcome to all the women who came to worship with us, especially those for whom Mother’s Day is difficult. Listen and be encouraged by his words on behalf of our staff and church family, and know that you are seen and loved by God and by …

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Trust in the Lord

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5–6 NASB) Where are you tempted to lean on your own understanding today? How can you trust the Lord with all your heart instead?