Ashes May 2020

Beauty
From
to Healing from the past.
Hope for the future.

Dear Saints, Freedom In Christ and GriefShare

classes finished well through
Greetings friends and zoom meetings. Thank God for
family – how are you technology. I praise God for the
saints who completed the courses.
doing? Only through Well done.
Christ, we are doing
well. Today is National
Day of Prayer; the
theme verse is from
Hab. 2:14 “for the
earth will be filled with
the knowledge of the
glory of the lord as
the waters cover the
sea.” In the midst of our
questions, it’s so good
Sheryl served as
Quarantine firsts? Yes, please! April 1, Sheryl to be reminded. It’s
celebrated her birthday with help from several still all about Him. God moderator for Kern
of her grandkids, Caleb, Owen and Garrett Miller. Leadership Alliance’s
is not surprised about monthly meeting as
anything that is happening right now. God has got this. they hosted a Facebook
live event addressing
the pressing community
concerns of COVID19. Panelists included Michelle Corson, Director of Kern
County Public Health, Stephen Elcano, Businessman, Mayor Karen Goh, and
Sharlett Briggs, Director of Adventist Health Care. You can still catch a replay of
the show on Facebook @KernLeadershipAlliance.

The best is yet to come. I’m praying for you as we begin reduce a
few of our restrictions, that God will keep you and your loved ones
healthy and safe. It helps to choose prayer not panic, peace over
anxiety, and purpose over pandemic. As we move toward recovery
from the lockdown, my friend, Ron Wormser shared these timeless
truths with me. I am sure they’ll encourage you, too.

Jim and Sheryl celebrated their sixth wedding
anniversary on April 12. And many more!
Sheryl
I can find grace and mercy in times of need. Heb. 4:16
I have not been given a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a
sound mind. 2 Tim. 1:7
I am born of God; the evil one cannot touch me. 1 John 5:18
I cannot be separated from the love of God. Rom. 8:35-39
I may approach God with freedom and confidence. Eph. 3:12
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Phil. 4:13
sheryl@fromashestobeauty.com