Sherry Speaks Life Podcast

The Lord has a plan and purpose for each of us, but are you clear about what that means for you? Do you see the big picture? Do you know who you are? Today's guest, Tamika Thomas shares great insight that will help you answer these questions and more.  Tamika Thomas is an empowering woman of influence that wears many hats. She is a transparent author, podcaster,  life coach, and inspirat...

Wow! 2021 is finally here! 2020 was one for the record books and a lot of people are glad to see it behind them. But, how do we move forward and prepare for a truly Happy New Year? Tune in as I share seven tips to help you have a blessed and joyous 2021. Relevant Links & Resources * Follow Sherry on Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube and tune in to The Speak Life Moment Show LIVE every Monday...

Merry Christmas from We Are The Church with Sherry Jones! I hope you are enjoying your celebration today and you're well and safe. With all of the excitement Christmas brings, are you keeping Christ in Christmas? Are you acknowledging Him as the reason for the season? Join your host Sherry Jones as she shares five ways to keep Christ in Christmas. No worries, if you are listening to this after Chr...

During the holidays a lot of people and churches focus on homeless ministry and try to help those in need have a blessed holiday. But, what about the other days of the year? How can we be effective in homeless ministry and make a real impact on those who need it most? Today's guest, Dr. A. Jerome Butler shares great information on this topic as well as personal financial tips that will bless you.&...

Did you know God is concerned about the innermost parts of you, your thoughts, feelings, and emotions and He wants to heal you from the inside out? Today’s guest, Marilyn Johnson shares valuable information that will help us facilitate this healing. Marilyn Johnson is a passionate and relatable Christian. She is also a wife and the mother of three children, Joshua (15), Isaac (8), and Anaya (3). A...

Have you experienced betrayal? Did someone not live up to your expectations? How do you move beyond this? Today's guest, Kasundra "Dr. K" Brown shares great information about betrayal, what it means, how to deal with the root, and move past the hurt and pain it causes.  Doctor K loves GOD’S Word and building up HIS people. Having done this for 20+ years, she has planned and participated in nu...

Tune in to a special episode with my twelve-year-old son Devin! It was a blessing to chat with him about what being thankful and thanksgiving really means. You will be blessed by his words of wisdom and perspective.  Relevant Links & Resources  * Follow us on Instagram & Twitter . * Learn about the How to Speak Life with Your Story Coaching Program for aspiring writers, Sherry's...

November is National Adoption Awareness Month. This is a special month for me because I am an adoptee. I was raised by loving parents, yet there's a missing link in my life regarding my background and birth parents.  Adoption is seen as a glorious, selfless act by amazing parents, but the adoptee's voice is often silenced or underrepresented. I had a blessed time chatting with Tiffany Henness...

Today we're talking about prayer! Prayer is one of the most integral parts of the Christian faith. It's our opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with God. But, how do we make the most of our time with God and have an effective prayer life? Today's guest, Pamela D. Smith shares principles that will help us and more.  Pamela D. Smith is a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, wife, mother,...

Today's guest, Becky Dewitt, and I had an amazing conversation about The Church & Kingdom Writers. She's passionate about sharing what God has given her to bless the masses. The tips and insight she shares can help you do the same. You don't want to miss this conversation!  Becky DeWitt is an inspiring author who captures ones attention as she speaks from the experiences and encounters of...

I had the pleasure of interviewing an amazing couple, Shea & Michelle Watson about how to balance marriage and ministry. They dropped some great nuggets about this topic, including advice for singles seeking a balanced marriage. You don't want to miss this conversation! Shea and Michelle Watson love Jesus and host The Pantry Podcast together. They serve up spiritual nutrition for your eternal&...

Join your host, Sherry Jones as she shares her experience as a domestic violence survivor. Sherry recounts the dysfunctional relationship with her abuser and the warning signs she disregarded in the name of love. Through this experience, Sherry learned what was unacceptable in relationships and found her will to fight. She hopes her story helps someone understand their worth so they can get the he...

We often think about how we should pursue a relationship with God, but He's pursuing us as well. God is pursuing our hearts. In today's episode, I chat with April Metzler, author of Oh My God, My Heart about The Church & Our Hearts.  April D. Metzler is a Christian author and songwriter. She lives in the countryside of rural Oklahoma with her husband, Joseph, and daughter, Shelby. Her asp...

Many families fall victim to generational curses. These are points of dysfunction that infiltrate the fabric of a family and it's members. Although these curses can be powerful, we can break them. Today's guest, Jerry Dugan, shares his testimony and how he did just that.  Jerry Dugan is the producer and co-host of Beyond the Rut Podcast, a weekly show that discusses the areas of faith, family...

Who are you? Not your role or your job, but your identity. I had the pleasure of interviewing Mary McAllister author of I Am Who Christ Says I Am on September 17 about our identities in Christ, her testimony, and her book. The interview was hosted by the Christian Women's Book Club on 9/17/2020..  Mary Ann McAllister is a minister's wife, a mother of three, and a grandmother. She is a success...

Join your host, Sherry Jones as she shares her journey as a writer. Before she was a speaker or a podcast host, Sherry was a writer and writing is her first love. What began as a short story assignment in 5th grade has led to her writing poetry, plays, and books. Sherry shares her experiences entering a major writing contest in high school, reciting poetry for a "Showtime at the Apollo" style tale...

I had the honor of being interviewed about my book, Speak Life Moments during the Meet The Author segment hosted by the Christian Women's Book Club on 9/17/2020. Today's episode includes the live recording of that interview. I had an amazing time sharing my passion for helping people understand the power of their words so they can encourage themselves no matter what they are going through. I...

My birthday is September 12 and my zodiac sign is Virgo. But is that something I should embrace as a Christian? Do astrology and horoscopes have a place in the lives of believers? In today's episode, I share my perspective regarding this topic and answer the question Virgo or Nah? * Follow us on Instagram . * Click here to learn more about Sherry Jones, her books, speaking engagements, and more. *...

Have you experienced church hurt or know someone who has? It's become a common problem in the church that we must address. Today's guest helps us unpack our feelings and face them head-on. Juanita McDonald is the Executive Director for Re-Discover ME Women Initiative. She holds an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanitarian Arts, a Master’s Degree in Change Leadership, and Minor in Human Behavior. S...

How can we incorporate faith into our fitness goals? What does it mean to take a holistic approach to fitness? Today's guest, Keturah Perry answers these questions and more.  Keturah Perry  is a single mother who went to college to become a medical assistant. After working in home health for ten yrs, she went into banking at Wells Fargo, but God had a different path for her.  After...

The church is where those in bondage come to be set free, but how do we respond to those who were incarcerated? Are we helping them or hindering them? Today's guest, Shawanna Vaughn helps us answer these questions and more.  Shawanna Erena Vaughn is a native of Bakersfield, CA. and the founder and Director of Silent Cry Inc. Silent Cry Inc. is the product of the tears she shed while overcomin...

What is the true meaning of abundant living? How can we live the life Jesus has for us? Today's guest, Britney Renea Thompson helps us answer these questions and more.  Britney Renae Thompson is a dynamic speaker and certified life coach with over 10 years of full-time Christian ministry experience.  She is passionate about helping women break free from destructive thought patterns by le...

If you love makeup and Jesus, this episode is for you! How do we overcome the stigma about makeup and use it to enhance our God-given beauty? Today's guest, Alisha J MUA shares her insight on this topic along with practical makeup application tips.  Alisha J MUA is a native Georgian and an entrepreneur.  She is known for her makeup brand Church Girl Makeup and has been a makeup arti...

Race and stereotypes are hard topics to discuss. This is particularly true for the body of Christ because we like to believe we are color blind and problems don't exist. Today's guest, Steve Simms shares great insight on how the church can no longer be color blind, but color kind.  Steve Simms is a white-American Christian who has spent a lifetime (along with his wife) exploring America's rac...

I was blessed to speak to a panel of diverse educators for today's episode. We discussed the best way for our schools to reopen, concerns regarding children with special needs, how they incorporate faith in their role as educators, and more. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation about The Church & Schools Reopening.  Today's guests listed in alphabetical order:  Jennifer Adkins -...