Shyreka Sturdivant

Key Truth: Expectation is the atmosphere where faith grows. When we come expecting God to move, we position our hearts to recognize His voice, receive His truth and respond to His leading. Scripture Anchor: Hebrews 11:6 Jeremiah 33: Consider This: Have you ever noticed how expectation changes the way you approach something? When you expect good news, you answer the phone differently. When you expect company, you prepare your home (I just did that Sunday). When you expect a package, you watch...

Key Truth: Pursuing God is not something we fit into our schedules. Pursuing God must become the priority that shapes our schedules because God has always been pursuing us. Our pursuit is simply our response to His invitation. Scripture Anchor: Psalm 27:8 Jeremiah 29:13 Consider This: As the conference approaches, it's easy to focus on packing, travel plans, outfits and schedules. While those things matter, don't let the preparation for the conference become greater than your preparation to...

Key Truth: God never gives wisdom solely for our benefit. He equips us with wisdom so we can strengthen, encourage, and guide others. Scripture Anchor: Colossians 3:16 Matthew 5:16 Consider This: Someone is watching how you handle challenges, relationships, disappointments and victories. The wisdom God develops in you today may become the encouragement someone else needs tomorrow. Wisdom is not just something we receive. It is something we steward. Reflection Questions: Who has benefited from...