Terri Sherrow

Terri Sherrow serves as the Prayer Ministry Coordinator. She is our monthly blog writer who develops user-friendly devotions for grandparents and grandchildren. She leads a Grandparents @ Prayer (G@P) Group in her home church, Clear Creek Baptist Church, where she also serves as Prayer Ministry Director, teaches and writes Sunday school lessons.
Articles by Terri Sherrow

Jesus is Our Freedom

When we think of freedom, we often associate it with being free from physical captivity or slavery, but many people today are living in spiritual slavery without realizing it. They chase false gods of money, success, personal comfort, and romantic love. These things leave them with an emptiness...

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Jesus is Our Anchor

A ship’s anchor allows the vessel to remain fixed and unmoving regardless of the conditions at sea. Without the support of an anchor the ship would be tossed uncontrollably at the will of the winds and the waves. As with ships, we too need a steadfast anchor to keep us from drifting around...

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Jesus Is the Messiah

The word “Messiah” comes from the Hebrew/Aramaic word mashiach, meaning “anointed one” or “chosen one.” Only Jesus, the Son of God, fits the biblical narrative and prophecies for the promised Messiah. The Old Testament prophesied the Messiah, and the New Testament reveals the Messiah to be Jesus...

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“As for Me and My House, We Will Serve the Lord”

As told in the Old Testament book of Joshua, after the death of Moses, Joshua led the Israelite tribes into the Promised Land. Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to challenge the people once and for all to answer whom they would serve. He gave them the choice of their old ways of worshipping...

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Jesus is the True Vine

Jesus tells us in John 15:5 that he is the true vine, the One who will bear good fruit to his Father's glory and the true source of life for believers. He likens us to the branches that are attached to the vine. A branch must stay firmly attached to the vine drawing strength, nourishment,...

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Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life

All roads do not lead to heaven. The Bible teaches that there is no way to salvation except through Jesus Christ. Jesus himself tells us this in John 14:6. Christ is the only path to heaven, the only true measure of righteousness, and the source of both physical and spiritual life. This is...

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Jesus is the Good Shepherd

Ezekiel 34 is a prophecy pertaining to shepherds and sheep. This prophecy is regarding the shepherds that were overseers for the people of God, and another shepherd that was to come later. Ezekiel foretold of the Messiah who would, like a true shepherd, come to keep God’s people safe. Jesus says...

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10 for 10

STANDING TOGETHER IN P∙R∙A∙Y∙E∙R We're fighting a spiritual war with an enemy whose primary tactic is deception, and our grandchildren are his targets. Standing in the gap and praying in unity is powerful and ensures his defeat. With this in mind, Christian Grandparenting Network has developed a...

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Jesus is the Gate

Shepherds in the first century would keep their sheep in pens at night to rest securely. The sheep pen was a rough circle of piled rocks with a small open space to enter. Since there was just an opening, with no gate to close, the shepherd would keep the sheep in and wild animals out by lying...

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Jesus is the Light of the World

There are three types of light in our world: natural light; artificial light; and spiritual light. Natural light is found in the sun, moon, and stars. It is necessary for physical life, such as in the growth of plants. Artificial light is used to physically see in the dark. Spiritual light is...

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Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life

In John 11:1-44, Jesus receives word from two sisters, Mary and Martha, that their brother, Lazarus, is ill. When Jesus hears the news, he says “This illness does not lead to death. It is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it” (John 11:4). Lazarus has been dead...

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Jesus is the Bread of Life

In the Old Testament, bread is a symbol of God’s provision. As the Israelites traveled through the wilderness, God gave them bread, called manna, to physically eat. Through the birth, death, and resurrection of God’s Son, Jesus Christ, bread is given a new meaning. When Jesus tells us, “I am the...

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