by Sheryl Pellatiro | Nov 6, 2020 | Believing, Blog, Christian Growth, Faith in Action, Finding Freedom, Joyful Living, The Church
I needed to write a word to you because of what we’re seeing and experiencing in our nation right now. Believers are losing faith. They’re fearful, anxious, worried, and filled with despair. You may be shaking your head like the rest of us. In fact, you...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | May 9, 2019 | Blog, Jealousy, Joyful Living, Victory
Jealousy is a real problem in the church today. A HUGE problem. People don’t seem to be content with who they are in Christ or what God has given to them, so they covet others’ gifts, jobs, ministries, personalities, lifestyles. Here’s what Scripture...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Dec 28, 2018 | Blog, Joyful Living, Victory
Several years ago, I received an email from a leader in the church that was hurtful. She said some pretty nasty stuff to me… but stuff I knew wasn’t true. I think it came from a hurtful place in her own heart, but nevertheless, the words burnt like a hot...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Aug 8, 2018 | Blog, Christian Growth, Faith in Action, Joyful Living
John C. Maxwell said, “One of the major keys to success is to keep moving forward on this journey, making the best of the detours and interruptions, turning adversity into advantage.” We should take notice of those who have done exactly that –...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Jul 17, 2018 | Blog, Hope, Inspirational, Joyful Living
We live in a BROKEN world! Let’s look at what’s wrong with it… It’s EVIL! Satan is the prince of the world (John 14:30), so it’s no wonder that evil abounds. With terrorism, corruption, depravity, wickedness, perversion and immorality; it...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | May 10, 2018 | Blog, Christian Growth, Joyful Living, Life in Christ
Arguing! Bickering! Backbiting! Not speaking to one another! Gossiping! Slander! Jealousy! Dissension! These things are happening in families, churches, friendships, companies, ministries. Families are divided right down the middle. They’ve taken sides and each...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | May 2, 2018 | Blog, Heaven, Joyful Living, Uncategorized
If you grew up singing the old hymns of the church, then you remember two of my favorites: Blessed Assurance and To God be the Glory. These two hymns, filled with deep theology, were written by Fanny Crosby. Her journey to becoming a prolific hymnist, though, is quite...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Jan 2, 2017 | Blog, Encouragement, Joyful Living, Promises
What do you need most in this new year? Comfort Peace Assurance Encouragement Inspiration Love Confidence Optimism Favor Clarity Guidance Or do you need… A new job Someone to care Stronger faith A way out Help in your circumstances Someone to listen Your burdens...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Dec 6, 2016 | Blog, Encouragement, Joyful Living
Negativity is ALL around us. We can’t get away from it. And it’s easy to get sucked into it. Negativity is like a cancer and destroys everything in its pathway. Here are a few things that negativity will do to us… Damages our confidence Shatters...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Nov 23, 2016 | Blog, Encouragement, Joyful Living
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and there’s a story that should make headlines at every dinner table. The narrative is found in Luke 17:11-19. You may want to read it for yourself. It’s a beautiful story of God’s mercy, healing, and one man’s thankful...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Nov 18, 2016 | Blog, Joyful Living, Purpose
Lately, I’ve felt worn out. I am worn out from this fight. I’ve been in this war way too long. I am battered, scarred, and wounded. I’ve been attacked simply because I had a difference of opinion. I’ve been fired upon for standing up for...
by Sheryl Pellatiro | Sep 28, 2016 | Blog, Christian Growth, Finding Freedom, Joyful Living
This morning I was walking on the beach and watching the dogs playing fetch in the water and running along the shore line. Oh, how they love the beach. In fact, dogs really love life. They are happy and peaceful… at least for most dogs. Nothing seems to hinder...
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