Pondering with God is an invitation to slow your heart, reflect, and dwell in the presence of God as He shapes you from the inside out. From my personal journey, I share what God has taught me through Scripture, prayer, walking out His Word, and the relationships He has used to refine me. My desire is that this space draws you deeper as you abide in Him, form strong spiritual roots, and discover hope, renewal, and empowerment along the journey.
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by Shannon Garrison Building is a Kingdom principle we see throughout Scripture. In my last post, Built to Last, I highlighted the importance of following God’s design in our work so that it aligns with His purposes. There is great value in faithfully stewarding our lives and opportunities by partnering with God to build whatever […]
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by Shannon Garrison I love historic churches. There is something awe-inspiring and majestic about them—the chiseled stone details, grand doors, colorful stained-glass windows, high ceilings, intricately painted murals, elaborate tapestries, carved wooden altars, ornately bound Bibles and hymnals, and soft, glowing candlelight. As I admire the design, architecture, and construction, I am amazed by humanity’s […]
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by Shannon Garrison When we give our lives to Christ, we gain the capacity to live an abundant life rooted in freedom. Through His death and resurrection, we are empowered to follow God wholeheartedly and fulfill His purposes and plans. As we co-labor with Christ, our lives bear much fruit and testify to God’s goodness […]
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by Shannon Garrison God is always doing something new. Therefore, as His children, our lives should reflect this truth as we are presented with opportunities to embrace change. To make room for what God is doing, we must often rid ourselves of the things that no longer serve God’s purpose in our lives. Thus, to […]
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by Shannon Garrison We are wired for godly connection. While we long to find our tribe and experience healthy relationships, it can be difficult to find the friendships we seek. The question is: What are we actually seeking? Godly relationships are marked by balance, yet we often pursue comfort over health. Instead of embracing diversity, […]
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by Shannon Garrison When God asks you to complete an assignment, there can be a tendency to look at your abilities—or lack thereof—and think you aren’t capable of doing what He has asked you. However, God doesn’t ask for perfection; He asks for obedience. Remember, He already factored in your immaturity, wrong attitude, ignorance, and […]
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by Shannon Garrison As followers of Christ, we are called to a life of faithful obedience. In our desire to please God and do His will, we often feel compelled to take action. We may view action as forward motion—building for God, serving our local church, engaging in spiritual warfare, fervent prayer, preaching the gospel, […]