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The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward188 - A Moment of Remembering“Grace is the overflowing favor of God, and you can always count on it being available to draw upon as needed.” Oswald Chambers Our understanding of grace deepens over time, doesn’t it? Though the very first time we experience God’s grace seems like it would be the most impactful, still over time there is a tenderness that grows and grows. I suppose it’s because our relationship with Jesus grows and grows. In this episode, we will have a moment of remembering God’s grace toward us. I...2024-12-1516 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward89 - I Don't Have MuchMatthew 6:3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. There is something special between us and God when we give, pray, and seek Him in the Secret Place — before His eyes only. I will share a prayer inspired by a poor widow’s offering. I don’t think she realized God wasn’t only watching from Heaven. 2023-01-2215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward88 - I'll Sing To You This Time (In Him I Will Trust/Come Away)Matthew 6:6 But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. I love the idea of the Secret Place, where only God sees. What makes this Place more than just a quiet room by yourself and worth whatever it takes to get there is the fact that your Father is there. "...pray to your Father who is in the secret place..." 2023-01-1516 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward87 - Fishing for PeopleMatthew 4:19 “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” Charles Spurgeon wrote: It is not, “Follow me, because you may make something of yourselves,” but, “Follow me because of what I will make you.” Most often, the way we fish for people is through the real-life stories of how God did for us what we couldn’t do for ourselves. I will share one of those real-life stories from my own life in this episode. I will read to...2023-01-0815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward86 - Two BirthdaysPsalm 139:3 You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways. "And art acquainted with all my ways - All the paths that I tread; the whole course of my life. All that I do, in all places and at all times, is fully known to thee." Barnes This episode fell on my birthday. As I reflected on the whole course of my life, I wanted to share the story of my second birthday, which happened when I was ei...2023-01-0116 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward85 - Our Approachable Savior (Part 2)2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. Last week, we looked at God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ as an infant. This week, we will move ahead to God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ as a grown-up. I will share Scripture that gave me a literal sigh of relief. And, if you are re...2022-12-2515 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward84 - Our Approachable Savior (Part 1)2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. What comes into your mind when you think of the face of Christ as an infant? Who among us would choose to come into the world the way He did? Even as an infant, He challenged the way of the world and the way of “me." Right from the start, Jesus mo...2022-12-1817 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward83 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Broken Vessels)Hebrews 2:18 For in that He Himself has suffered, being tempted, He is able to aid those who are tempted. To aid means — to run on hearing a cry, to give assistance, help, aid. "To run on hearing a cry" reminded me of places in Scripture where Jesus moved with compassion. I always love those places. His compassion continues to move to us and through us. I will share the song, “Broken Vessels.” If you would like to support this podcast with a mont...2022-12-1117 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward82 - I'll Sing To You This Time (She Looks to the Sky)1 Corinthians 13:12 For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I have been fully known. This week, I will share the song, "She Looks to the Sky." I wrote this song after reading an essay called "Apostrophe to Sarah Pierrepont" by Jonathan Edwards. He wrote the essay while daydreaming of his fiancé's relationship with God. At least, I imagine he was daydreaming since it was found on the cover of his college notebook.2022-12-0415 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward81 - Alms From the SkyPhilippians 4:13-14 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. "We have to give after His pattern who does not toss us our alms from a height, but Himself comes to bestow them..." —Alexander MacLaren Though the physical gift from the Philippians was a help to Paul, he was equally encouraged by their willingness to share in his trouble. They had a view into the cost of Paul's ministry and gave in the pattern of Je...2022-11-2715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward80 - I'll Sing To You This Time (All That Is Within Me)Psalm 103:1 Bless the LORD, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Even if “all that is within me” is on crutches, God is always there and He is always thoroughly good. Bless the LORD, O my soul. Today I will play the song, “All That Is Within Me.” If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! http://www.sherriyoungward.com/donate To find out abou...2022-11-2015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward79 - A Breath of Fresh AirPhilemon 1:4-5 I always thank God when I pray for you, Philemon, because I keep hearing of your trust in the Lord Jesus and your love for all of God's people. Paul kept hearing about Philemon because he kept asking, "How are you, really?" It’s good to check on the well-being of others, whether they are near or far away. Who would be encouraged to hear from you? I will read to you from: The book of Philemon I...2022-11-1316 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward78 - Leave No Doubt1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Though we live in this world, we are not of this world. We live under the gaze of our God, the One Who loves us. When it seems there is reason to fight with raised voice and clenched fist, we remember the way of Jesus. We fight the good fight of faith because of Who we love and Who we represent. I will read to you from: 1 Timothy 4:6-10 1 Timothy 6:11-12...2022-11-0616 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward77 - Wear This, Not ThatColossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. As much as we desire to clothe ourselves with all these actions, sometimes we need a little help. In this episode, I will give you a secret code to text a friend when you need prayer for patience or whatever else you can’t seem to put on by yourself. I will read to you from: Ephesians 4:1-3 Galatians 5:16-24 Ga...2022-10-3017 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward76 - I'll Sing To You This Time (All the Wonders/Because You First Loved Me/Shine on My Life)I have three songs for you today: "All the Wonders" by Sherri something-or-other "Because You First Loved Me" by Danny Donnelly "Shine on My Life" by Scott Cunningham John 21:25 Now there are also many other things that Jesus did. Were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written. I think that goes for songbooks too. If you would like to support this...2022-10-2315 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward75 - I Did Nothing to Deserve ItEphesians 8:12 Because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come fearlessly into God's presence, assured of his glad welcome. Just a few verses before this, Paul calls himself the least deserving Christian there is. Paul knew, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that he did nothing to deserve a welcome entrance into God’s presence. In this episode, we remember our welcome entrance has everything to do with our faith in Jesus and nothing else. I will read to...2022-10-1615 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward74 - Survival GuidePsalm 63:7 I think how much you have helped me; I sing for joy in the shadow of your protecting wings. The short description before the Psalm begins says, "A psalm of David, regarding a time when David was in the wilderness of Judah." A wilderness may be a forest or a wide-open plain, uncultivated and uninhabited by human beings. A spiritual wilderness may be a season you’ve never been in before, uncharted and uncultivated territory. Can you relate in your li...2022-10-0915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward73 - No WonderPsalm 57:4 I am surrounded by fierce lions who greedily devour human prey-- whose teeth pierce like spears and arrows, and whose tongues cut like swords. Psalm 57:7 My heart is confident in you, O God; no wonder I can sing your praises! The primary action of the word "confident" is to cause to stand in an upright position, and thus it also means fixed or steadfast. In this episode, we will learn from David that, though...2022-10-0216 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward72 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Peace)Psalm 46:10 Be still and know that I am God. In this episode, I will play the song "Peace," as well as spend some time remembering Who is really in control. If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! http://www.sherriyoungward.com/donate To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at www.sherriyoungward.com 2022-09-2516 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward71 - Does Anyone Come to Mind?1 Corinthians 16:18 —for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such people. The word “refreshed” is so inviting, isn’t it? If you read cross-references for the word "refresh" or "refreshed," you will notice how this refreshing of the spirit came through people. Person to person. It’s something the Lord lets us do for each other. Does anyone come to mind? I will read to you from: 1 Corinthians 16:13-18 Romans 15:30-33 Phile...2022-09-1815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward70 - New Clothes2 Corinthians 4:16-18 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison— When I read Paul's writing in 2 Corinthians, I immediately wanted to read it to you. I was helped remembering all we go through here on earth matters eternally. Your life and how you live it, whether sprinting or crawling, is not in vain. That is why...2022-09-1115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward69 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Yet I Will Rejoice)Habakkuk 3:17-18 Though the fig tree may not blossom, Nor fruit be on the vines; Though the labor of the olive may fail, And the fields yield no food; Though the flock may be cut off from the fold, And there be no herd in the stalls— Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God of my salvation. Habakkuk was told a brutal enemy was coming. They were known for violence. Th...2022-09-0416 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward68 - A Quick QuestionHabakkuk 2:4 But the just shall live by his faith. In this episode, I will read from Pastor Jon Courson’s commentary on Habakkuk 2:4. After considering these thoughts on faith, I was reminded of a four word question I have asked myself over the years. This question, inspired by Luke 8, often helped lift a weight when my mind was cluttered and cloudy. Since it was good for me to remember, I had to share with you too. I will read to you from...2022-08-2815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward67 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Let Your Glory Fall/With All My Heart)I am going to play two songs for you today. The first song is called, "Let Your Glory Fall." All the lyrics are wrapped around the very familiar verse: John 3:16 For God so loved the world He gave... Here are a couple lines from the song: "For God so loved the world He gave And now we want to give to You We lay our lives before the glorious throne of God" ...2022-08-2115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward66 - A Consecrated PlacePsalm 26:8 LORD, I love the house where you live, the place where your glory dwells. Have you ever had the chance to go inside a big old cathedral church? I remember sitting in one such church in Europe somewhere when I was young. Even though the building was more of a tourist stop by this time, the massive high ceilings and quietness gave a sense that the room was consecrated. The room was originally made for a specific purpose — a place to meet with God. In...2022-08-1415 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward65 - Dismantle the Land MinesPsalm 139:1 O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. He knows why you do what you do, and think what you think, and say what you say. He knows the land mines within us that set off when stepped on. Even accidentally. He knows everything about you and everything about everyone. We, on the other hand, do not. We need His perspective always. This Psalm becomes more and more precious as you grow in your understanding of the love with wh...2022-08-0715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward64 - Grace in the SkyPsalm 19:1 The heavens tell of the glory of God. The skies display his marvelous craftsmanship. Are you in a hard season? Give your eyes, ears and brain a breath of fresh air, and remember we are on our way to something greater. Let His reminders in the sky lift you out of the stucco walls and fluorescent lights. Nature is a worship song, if you let it be. Have a listen. I will read to you from: P...2022-07-3115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward63 - Live From the StudioI made a trip to Southern California to work with my friend and producer Danny Donnelly. And then I had the idea to record an episode together in his studio. Danny played guitar while I spoke and then we recorded these two songs together. Both songs are straight from Scripture. Abide in My Love John 15:9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. In Him I Will Trust Psalm 91 He w...2022-07-2415 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward62 - I'll Sing To You This Time (All Who Are Weary)Matthew 11:28 “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. At the request of a friend, I recently sent my email list the song “All Who Are Weary." A while back, I recorded a project called Comfort-19 and included this song along with some thoughts on Matthew 11:28-30. I will share these thoughts and songs with you. I slipped in an additional song at the end, but I will leave it as a surprise. It just seemed fitting. If y...2022-07-1715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward61 - Rushing to Meet HimPsalm 119:162 I rejoice in your word like one who finds a great treasure. In this episode, the format is a little different. I am going to read to you pretty much straight out of my journal. I don’t look back regularly. But, as I was sick in bed for some time, I actually read through from the start and was surprised by the themes I found throughout the pages. Though I haven’t told her, there is also a cameo appearance from a conversation I had wi...2022-07-1015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward60 - By Our SideJohn 14:1 Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. In the Gospel of John, chapters 13-17 all took place within a matter of hours before Jesus would lay down His life. Jesus knew His time had come. And like most of us would do, He gathered His closest people and said the most important things He wanted to leave with them. What a privilege we have a view into these precious hours. I will read to you from:...2022-07-0315 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward59 - I'll Sing (Three Songs) To You This TimeIn this episode I have three songs for you. I thought it might be nice to change things up and have no talking. That way if you listen more than once, you can dive straight in. Here are the songs: 1. Your Glory - written by Leslie Jordan 2. Broken Vessels - written by Joel Houston and Jonas Myrin 3. The Light of Your Face - written by Sherri something-or-other If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you!2022-06-2619 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward58 - The Dirt of the DayJohn 13:10a Jesus said to him, “He who is bathed needs only to wash his feet, but is completely clean;Though we are clean, forgiven, and reconciled to God, we still need Him to wash off the dirt of the day.The words that flew out of our mouth, the thought we lingered on too long, the show we watched that won’t leave our head, the envy, the gossip — the dirt of the day. We don’t want to track that stuff into the house.I will...2022-06-1915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward57 - All That is Mine is YoursJohn 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. Have you ever read this verse and didn't feel super abundant? And yet, another part of you knows you have so much? In this episode, I will share how the prodigal son’s grumpy brother taught me a lesson about the abundant life. I will read to you from: Ephesians 1:3-8 Ephesians 2:4-10 John 16:33 John 14:27...2022-06-1215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward56 - His Heart is Never Off ThemJohn 10:11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. Charles Spurgeon wrote: "Jesus stands in the same relationship to his people as a shepherd does to his flock. He owns his people; every one of them belong to him. He prizes them because they are his—sets a value on each of them. He takes care of them, remembering them both night and day. His heart is never off them..." I will read to you from:...2022-06-0515 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward55 - I'll Sing To You This Time (His Eyes Never Close)Psalm 121:3 He who watches over you will not slumber… In this episode, I will play a song I wrote many years ago. I actually recorded it on my very first album. The song is called, "His Eyes Never Close." I re-recorded this song a few years ago with just piano and guitar, and thought I would share this version here. I had a little girl in mind when I wrote this song. Her family went through a massive shake-up and she had a hard time sleeping. Then...2022-05-2915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward54 - Words to the PeopleJohn 6:28-29 Therefore they said to Him, “What shall we do, so that we may work the works of God?” Jesus answered and said to them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent.” Every time I read this chapter in John and get to the words, “What shall we do, so that we may work the works of God?” I lean in. OK, tell me what to do. I literally put my head in my hands and prayed, "Show me all the ways I need...2022-05-2215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward53 - Change a LifeProverbs 16:24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Another version says it this way: "Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body." I have entered a room heavy-hearted and left with a weight lifted, all due to the words I heard and received. Words can also flatten us and keep us up at night. I have experienced that as well. You p...2022-05-1515 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward52 - Happy First Birthday!Luke 9:16 Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke them. Then he gave them to the disciples to distribute to the people. The Quiet Place podcast is one year old! I have leaned on this verse throughout the year, especially when producing something week after week felt like more than I could do. Then HE gave them to the disciples to distribute to the people. It’s kind of...2022-05-0815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward51 - I'll Sing To You This Time (The Heart of Worship)Proverbs 13:12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when dreams come true, there is life and joy. When I was gathering songs to lead worship for my church, I saw the title, "The Heart of Worship." I had never played this song, so I found a key that worked, sat down, and sang it. Something happened inside. All my wandering and wondering thoughts came together in one place as I sang the words, "It’s all about You, It’s all about You Jesus." My hope was reset to wher...2022-05-0115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward50 - Your Heart is My PrizeIn this episode, I asked my friend what she is learning about God with her newly adopted daughter. I will read you what she wrote back. I think you will be as moved as I was remembering the sacrificial, pursuing, and persevering Father heart of God. I will read to you from: Luke 15:1-20 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you who are able...2022-04-2415 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward49 - Real Life1 Corinthians 15:8 Last of all, as though I had been born at the wrong time, I also saw Him. In this episode, I will share how I’ve prepared myself for Easter over the years. It's not only been figuring out songs, but also answering the question, "How do I know Jesus is real and alive?" I will also share how my friend answered this question while we were texting about allergy remedies. I will read to you from: Isaiah 9:6 Joh...2022-04-1715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward48 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Extended Play)In this episode, I will play 3 songs for you: 1. Draw Me Near 2. Fall Afresh (written by Jeremy Riddle) 3. Quiet Place - the original version from 1998 (and yes, this song inspired the name of this podcast) No matter where you may find yourself, I chose these songs to land softly. If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you who are able to help out...2022-04-1019 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward47 - Round Out The MealLuke 8:11,15 “Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God—... But the ones that fell on the good ground are those who, having heard the word with a noble and good heart, keep it and bear fruit with patience. There is a temptation in times of waiting. Impatience and the desire to find immediate comfort may lead to seeking out distractions as we try to escape the quiet, the unresolved, or the unfulfilled. Sometimes that’s ok. We may need the break...2022-04-0314 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward46 - Jesus in the BleachersLuke 6:6 On another Sabbath, he entered the synagogue and was teaching, and a man was there whose right hand was withered. Luke 6:10 And after looking around at them all he said to him, “Stretch out your hand.” And he did so, and his hand was restored. I will share a personal story of how Jesus met me sitting on a bleacher in the back of a church. I took the invitation to stretch out my withered hand, right then and there. Though it wasn’t really my hand, but a...2022-03-2714 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward45 - I'll Sing To You This Time (In the Shelter)Psalm 61:1-4 Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For You have been a shelter for me, A strong tower from the enemy. I will abide in Your tabernacle forever; I will trust in the shelter of Your wings. Overwhelmed means faint, worn out, buried beneath a weight.2022-03-2015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward44 - Cooperation HelpsPsalm 33:13-15 The LORD looks from heaven; He sees all the sons of men. From the place of His dwelling He looks On all the inhabitants of the earth; He fashions their hearts individually; He considers all their works. He tends the individual heart He fashioned in us and we change as we are conformed into His image. It helps, of course, when we cooperate. I will read to you from: Psalm 33:13-15 2022-03-1315 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward43 - Something Out of NothingPsalm 33:6 The LORD merely spoke, and the heavens were created. He breathed the word, and all the stars were born. In this episode, we will take a walk through Psalm 33. Only God can create something out of nothing. Remembering this gives me hope. Hope for myself and for the whole wide world. Then there is Heaven. What has He created there? I will read to you from: Psalm 33 If you...2022-03-0615 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward42 - WalkingGenesis 5:24 Enoch walked with God... It’s a breathtaking thought that we can walk with God. I am someone who loves to walk. In this episode, I will share some thoughts from my journal. From walking slowly arm in arm with my mom to stepping inches away from a coiled, rattling rattlesnake. I will also share some of my favorite walks in Scripture. I will read to you from: Matthew 4:18-22 Luke 24:13-32 If...2022-02-2715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward41 - I'll Sing To You This Time (If I Could)In this episode, we re-worked track 11 from my Comfort-19 project to fit here at the Quiet Place. Here is a sneak peek at a few lyrics from the song I’ll sing: "You comfort all who mourn You give them beauty for ashes Then You look inside their heart And heal the broken places" Song: If I Could Inspiration: Isaiah 61, Luke 4, and Jesus If you would like to support this podcast with...2022-02-2015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward40 - All You Don't HaveThis episode is inspired by who Jesus was speaking to when He said, "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden." It was the poor in spirit. Those who mourn. The meek. Those who hunger and thirst for what is right. The merciful. The pure in heart. The peacemakers. The persecuted. The slandered. Not the fancy-pants Pharisees. Maybe that should have been the title for this episode?2022-02-1315 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward39 - Assert YourselfThis episode was inspired by a text I received out of the blue. It said something like, “hey, thinking about you, praying for you now” I wrote back a thank you and let them know I wasn’t feeling too well. Then came photos of an old book my friend knows I read and loved, probably 10 years ago. The book is called, The Secret of Guidance by F.B. Meyer, copyright 1896. This whole episode will be a couple of pages from the third chapter, "Called—The Secret of Christ...2022-02-0615 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward38 - A Cheering LampMatthew 5:14 You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Charles Spurgeon wrote: "The believer is appointed to be a lighthouse to others, a cheering lamp, and a guiding star." Sometimes light blazes like the sun and sometimes it is as delicate as starlight. John 8:12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but hav...2022-01-3015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward37 - I ConfessLuke 8:1-3 Now it came to pass, afterward, that He went through every city and village, preaching and bringing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with Him, and certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities—Mary called Magdalene, out of whom had come seven demons, and Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others who provided for Him from their substance. Matthew Henry wrote: "Certain women attended upon him who ministered to him of their subs...2022-01-2315 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward36 - The Sound of Your VoicePsalms 141:1-2 O LORD, I call upon you; hasten to me! Give ear to my voice when I call to you! Let my prayer be counted as incense before you, and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice! I love that the Lord knows the sound of our voice. He made it the way He made it. And like a parent hears the specific cry of their child out of a whole playground, He knows the sound of your v...2022-01-1615 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward35 - I'll Sing to You This Time (The Way to Joy)Luke 1:38 And Mary said, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” And the angel departed from her. Mary surrendered right from the start and would continue to surrender the rest of her life on earth. Mary was young, very young - just a teenager. She was nothing too special on earth, but in Heaven she was spectacular. As I was thinking about her life full of both great joys and great sorrows, I remembered a line from a song I wrote...2022-01-0915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward34 - Stop the Gong ShowPsalms 98:1 Sing a new song to the LORD, for he has done wonderful deeds. Six times in Psalms there is mention of singing a new song. New means fresh. I don’t know about you, but something fresh sounds inviting. Both a new song in my mind and a new song from my mouth. Here are some thoughts and a prayer for us as we head into a New Year. I will read to you from: 1 Co...2022-01-0215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward33 - All is (not so) CalmIn this episode I will talk to you about a canvas with All is Calm on my wall, dangling sheet rock, and the Lamb of God. I will read to you from: Revelation 4:6-11 Revelation 5:11-12 Revelation 7:11-12 Revelation 19:6-7 Revelation 22:8-9 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you who are able to help out. Take a look. h...2021-12-2615 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward32 - Stop and LookI am doing something a little different as we turn the corner towards Christmas. Last year, as in 2020, I recorded three tracks called Words and Songs for Christmastime. We have re-worked those tracks to fit the Quiet Place style. First, I will read you a Scripture about the advent of Jesus to this world and then we will dive in to Words and Songs for Christmastime. I hope this is a blessing for you this season! I will read to you from: Luke 2:8-20 The...2021-12-1915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward31 - Hopes and FearsI am doing something a little different as we turn the corner towards Christmas. Last year, I recorded three tracks called Words and Songs for Christmastime. We have re-worked those tracks to fit the Quiet Place style. First, I will read you Scripture about the advent of Jesus to this world and then we will dive in to Words and Songs for Christmastime. I hope this is a blessing for you this season! I will read to you from: Luke 1:26-38 The song? O...2021-12-1215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward30 - A Weary World RejoicesI am doing something a little different as we turn the corner towards Christmas. Last year, as in 2020, I recorded three tracks called Words and Songs for Christmastime. We have re-worked those tracks to fit the Quiet Place style. First, I will read you a Scripture about the advent of Jesus to this world and then we will dive in to Words and Songs for Christmastime. I hope this is a blessing for you this season! I will read to you from: Isaiah 9:2 Isaiah 9:6-7 2021-12-0516 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward29 - It Doesn't Make SensePhilippians 4:6-7 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. In this episode I am going to read a bunch of prayers prayed in the Bible. I am inviting you to grab anything you need, like ripe fruit on a branch, just for you. I will read...2021-11-2815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward28 - First of AllMatthew 6:33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. I started with this verse in the last episode too. The word "first" wouldn't let me move on so quickly. We know what first means, but I looked it up anyway. FIRST - Particularly of place, order, time, first of all. Before my work, before my appointments, before my phone and all the things that entice my first attention. Help me and us to seek Him first. 2021-11-2115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward27 - Somewhere In The AcheMatthew 6:33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. When I can't see a clear path, this has been my go-to verse. I will share discoveries of God answering my own prayers, though I didn't see it at the time. I will also share my go-to introvert move. I will read to you from: Matthew 6:25-34 Psalm 37:4 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or o...2021-11-1414 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward26 - No More Tears at the Picnic TableJohn 15:9 As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love. I have sometimes wondered if I need to be reminded of His love too often. Shouldn’t I understand by now? After spending time with this verse, I realize in a brand new way that if I spend the rest of my life learning His love for me, I won’t regret a minute of my life. The overflow of growing in His love is loving Him more and loving others better. 2021-11-0714 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward25 - Close Enough To Hear HimPsalms 84:3 Even the sparrow finds a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, at your altars, O LORD of hosts, my King and my God. A swallow's flight pattern has a much more anxious vibe than a simple sparrow. Yet the psalmist observed they both find a home in the house of God. So it is with us. When we make our home with Him, He takes us as we are. I will read to you from: Psalm 84:1...2021-10-3115 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward24 - I Think So TooMatthew 18:2 He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. Here is something I learned from a nine-year-old girl and her little sister. Though we have never met, I am holding what they taught me very close. I will read to you from: Psalm 103 Romans 8:14-16 Ephesians 1:5 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you wh...2021-10-2415 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward23 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Heaven)Psalms 73:25-26 Whom have I in heaven but You? And besides You, I desire nothing on earth. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. I’ll talk to you about how peach pie helped me understand this verse. Colossians 3:2 Let heaven fill your thoughts. Do not only think about things down here on earth. I will also share how I took this verse literally and filled my mind an...2021-10-1715 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward22 - Where Questions Die AwayIsaiah 61:1 The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. The description of Jesus in Isaiah 61 takes me right to the heart of who I know Him to be. With a true glimpse of Him, all other sources of news take a lesser place. “I know now, Lord, why you utter no answer. You are yourself the answer. Before your face questions die away. What other answer would suf...2021-10-1015 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward21 - Before the World BeganEphesians 1:4 Long ago, even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us- What a breathtaking thought. Before the world began, God wanted us with Him. Wait, take a minute. Five, sixty, or more minutes, and think about it. It may just refresh your desire, as it has mine, to live the life He designed us to live. I will read to you from: Ephesians 1:3-11 Ephesians 1:15-23 John...2021-10-0314 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward20 - Hunger and ThirstMatthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. When I was young in my faith, this was the first verse I experienced God speaking right to me. Hunger and thirst explained what I didn’t have words for, and Jesus said I would be blessed for it. I held tight to this hope. All these years later, I am still learning the signals when my hunger and thirst are misguided. It’s something like the way I would pant after running up ten...2021-09-2612 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward19 - I'll Sing To You This Time (His Eye is on the Sparrow)Matthew 10:29-31 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. In 2020, I recorded a project called Comfort 19. I'm going to play one of those tracks today. The message I want to share with you is one I needed: fear not. You can listen to Comfort 19 here: https://sherriyoungward.ban...2021-09-1915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward18 - We Need You1 Corinthians 12:7 A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other. When I was having a dim day, I read a post from the Instagram account Jen’s New Song. Jen asked the question, “How does one live when the world is falling apart?” I will share what I learned from my friend and how it helped me realize how much we all need each other. More than ever, we need to dust off the gift God has given us and giv...2021-09-1212 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward17 - I'll Sing To You This Time (Broken Vessels)Psalm 32:7 You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance. As I spent some time wondering what a song of deliverance might be for me, it seemed fitting to play you the song that came to mind. I will also share a plot twist. It happened as I looked out at my church family from behind the microphone. Stay tuned. If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! ...2021-09-0513 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward16 - Treasure This ViewHebrews 4:15-16 For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Charles Spurgeon wrote: Many men can be touched by the sorrow of another, but they are not touched with that sorrow. It is one thing to see pain but another thing...2021-08-2915 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward15 - The Kid With the ScarsGalatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. I live in California where the ground is very dry right now. We are in a drought. I don’t have much of a green thumb, but I know enough to know living things requiring water, require it regularly. Not just once. The fruit of the Spirit, is the fruit of His Spirit, with a capital "S." He is our source, and we nee...2021-08-2215 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward14 - An Ache, A List, Our FatherJames 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. I heard a pastor say, not everyone had a good father, but everyone can make a list of what a good father should be. I encourage you to make that list. No matter who your dad is or isn’t. Was or wasn’t. If you make that list, like I have more than once, you will see a striking resemblance to y...2021-08-1515 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward13 - The Ragged FellowJohn 16:26-27 In that day you will ask in my name. I am not saying that I will ask the Father on your behalf. No, the Father himself loves you because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God. Years ago I read a book called, The Power of Prayer, and the Prayer of Power by R.A. Torrey. After doing some serious digging, I found the old book. I will read you a couple heart-softening paragraphs. Torrey brings a view of praying in the name of Jes...2021-08-0815 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward12 - God's Thoughts Toward UsPsalm 139:17-18 How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How vast is the sum of them! If I should count them, they would outnumber the sand. When I awake, I am still with You. Charles Spurgeon wrote— One or two thoughts would not suffice for our many needs. If he only thought of us now and then, what would we do in the meantime? But He...2021-08-0114 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward11 - When No One SeesJohn 19:38 Afterward Joseph of Arimathea, who had been a secret disciple of Jesus (because he feared the Jewish leaders), asked Pilate for permission to take Jesus' body down. When Pilate gave him permission, he came and took the body away. Joseph was faithful, even when the One he was caring for, Jesus, wasn’t there to see. Or, so he thought. Is there really a time when no one sees? Maybe on earth, but not in Heaven.2021-07-2513 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward10 - Under the WeatherPsalm 43:3 Send out your light and your truth; let them guide me. Let them lead me to your holy mountain, to the place where you live. The older I get, the less time I want to waste on false thoughts and misperceptions. Especially, false thoughts on God. I am fully on board for God to send out His light and His truth to guide me. Sometimes I just need to remember to ask. I will read to...2021-07-1813 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward9 - Pills and PowdersGalatians 6:2 Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. Sometimes you need the quiet strong support of those who care. Even and especially when it’s a burden that presses in often. A listening ear connected to a caring heart is the best burden lifter I know. I will read to you from: 1 Kings 17:2-6 2 Corinthians 1:2-5 Hebrews 4:14 1 Thessalonians 5:14 Galatians 6:2 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one...2021-07-1113 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward8 - What's In Your Hand?Matthew 4:11 Then the devil left Him, and behold, angels came and ministered to Him. I am jealous of the angels. This word “ministered” means to help someone directly. The same word is used in the book of Luke, where a group of women provided for Jesus. Scripture teaches us we can minister to Jesus directly. Even today. I guess I shouldn't be jealous. I will read to you from: Matthew 25:34-40 Mark 9:33-37 2021-07-0413 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward7 - Bent OverWhen Jesus saw her, he called her over and said, “Dear woman, you are healed of your sickness!” Then he touched her, and instantly she could stand straight. How she praised God! Luke 13:12-13 In this episode, I will share how this woman, who had been bent over for eighteen years, added fresh insight to how I praise and glorify God today. Much like Lettie from the last episode "Streams in the Desert" and quite possibly you-- Heaven...2021-06-2712 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward6 - Streams In The DesertIsaiah 35:6 Water will gush forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert. Lettie Burd Cowman titled her devotional book, Streams in the Desert, after this verse. It was first published in 1925. Her writings were based on her hardships and her experiences of fellowship with God. I randomly opened my dusty copy to a page and it met me in just the right way. It turns out there was nothing random about it after all. F.B. Meyer wrote: Remember to store up an accurate remembrance of the w...2021-06-2012 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward5 - I’ll Sing To You This Time (Quiet Place/Come Away/Stars/Your Unfailing Love)For the days and nights when only music will do, here are four songs for you. The first song is "Quiet Place," because, well, you know. The second song is "Come Away." The third song, which goes way back, is "Stars." And the forth song is "Your Unfailing Love" - from Psalm 143:8. Let the morning bring me word of Your unfailing love - I especially love remembering the words of this psalm, written all those years ago, as a prayer for us today. ...2021-06-1325 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward4 - Hope In His MercyPsalm 147:10-11 He does not delight in the strength of the horse; He takes no pleasure in the legs of a man. The LORD takes pleasure in those who fear Him, In those who hope in His mercy. During times of weakness, do you ever feel a cloud of discouragement? A subtle lie that God likes you better running at full strength? The truth is, you can delight and please God - even from a hospital bed. I will read to you from: Psalm 147:10-11 2021-06-0612 min

Psalmody"Songs of Deliverance - Psalm 32:1-7" - Sherri YoungwardToday's song comes from Sherri Youngward, from her 2008 album Scripture Songs: Volume 1. You can hear more of her music at www.sherriyoungward.com. You can also read a written reflection on this Psalm and see a piece of art at www.psalmody.net/psalm32 2021-06-0105 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward3 - When You Don’t UnderstandPsalm 147:4-5 He counts the number of the stars; He calls them all by name. Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; His understanding is infinite. When my human-sized understanding was out of options, thoughts on this verse helped. It still does me good to remember. His understanding is infinite. I will read to you from: Isaiah 40:28 Psalm 147:3-11 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I a...2021-05-3011 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward2 - Slip AwayLuke 5:16 But Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness to pray. Sometimes, often times, Jesus chose the wilderness. His example explains why lonely places don’t always have to be. I will read to you from: Isaiah 50:4 Mark 1:35 Matthew 11:28-30 Matthew 28:20 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you who are able to he...2021-05-2311 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri Youngward1 - Always in the BluePsalm 95:4 In His hand are the deep places of the earth. There's a note by this verse in my Bible. It reminds me of a promise that met me at just the right time. I will let you in on the note, and hope you find the same comfort I found. I will also read to you from: Isaiah 40:12 Psalm 95:1-8 Psalm 139:7-18 If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly o...2021-05-1610 min

The Quiet Place with Sherri YoungwardThe Quiet Place Podcast Introductory EpisodeHere is the story behind The Quiet Place Podcast. While serenaded by little frogs and my friend’s pretty piano, I’ll end by reading Psalm 23 for you. If you would like to support this podcast with a monthly or one-time donation, thank you! I am dreaming up extra goodies for those of you who are able to help out. Take a look. http://www.sherriyoungward.com/donate To find out about upcoming gatherings and new projects, please join my email list at www.sherriyoungward.com 2021-05-1407 min

Psalmody"I Would Have Lost Heart - Psalm 27:13-14" - Sherri YoungwardToday's song comes from Sherri Youngward, from her 2012 album Scripture Songs: Volume 2. You can hear more of her music at www.sherriyoungward.com. You can also read a written reflection on this Psalm and see a piece of art at www.psalmody.net/psalm27 2021-05-1003 min

Psalmody"We Will Shout for Joy When You are Victorious - Psalm 20:4-7" - Sherri YoungwardToday's song comes from Sherri Youngward, from her 2012 album Scripture Songs, Volume Two. You can hear more of her music here. You can also read a written reflection on this Psalm and see a piece of art at www.psalmody.net/psalm20 2021-04-2903 min

Psalmody"Psalm One" - Sherri YoungwardToday's song from the Psalms comes from musician Sherri Youngward, from her 2008 album "Scripture Songs: Vol. 1". You can hear more of her music here. You can also see a piece of art related to this Psalm, and read a brief reflection, at www.psalmody.net/psalm1 2021-04-0805 min

Psalmody"In Him I Will Trust" - Psalm 91 - Sherri YoungwardToday's song from the Psalms comes from musician Sherri Youngward, from their 2012 album "Scripture Songs: Vol. 2". You can hear more of their music here. To see a piece of art related to this Psalm, and read a brief reflection, visit www.psalmody.net/psalm91 2021-02-1004 min

Psalmody"God is the Strength of My Heart - Psalm 73:25-26" - Sherri YoungwardToday's song from the Psalms comes from musician Sherri Youngward, from their 2012 album "Scripture Songs: Vol. 2". You can hear more of their music here. To see a piece of art related to this Psalm, visit www.psalmody.net/psalm73 2021-01-2204 min

Pure Worship Radio PodcastEpisode 88 - Sherri YoungwardJoin us on this episode for our interview with singer/songwriter Sherri Youngward, as we hear her testimony and the heart behind her songs and music.2019-06-0656 min

Pure Worship Radio PodcastEpisode 17 - Sherri Youngward (All The Wonders)In this episode of PWR we again get to catch up with singer/songwriter Sherri Youngward as she shares about her brand new book and brand new record entitled “All The Wonders”.2018-11-1056 min

Pure Worship Radio PodcastEpisode 16 - Sherri Youngward (While We Are Alive)Sherri Youngward is an artist with a passion for God. Her desire to express the beauty of Jesus Christ and His love for us is the fuel that powers her music, and her love of God’s Word is woven throughout her eleven full-length albums. Two of them, Scripture Songs Volume One and Two, are straight Scripture put to song. The title track to Sherri’s latest album, While We Are Alive, is inspired by Psalm 146- “While I am alive, while I have my being, I will sing praises to my God.”2018-11-1053 min