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Using Scriptures, stories and songs to help people encounter God so they can experience the fullness of His abiding presence. * * * * * * * * * * * * * Shawna Marie Bryant's gift of weaving together Scriptures, stories and songs to communicate truth makes her a popular women's retreat speaker. She consistently touches lives with her warm and genuine style when sharing her ongoing testimony and insightful Bible teaching. Her passion is to teach God's children to be the kind of worshipers the Father seeks: true worshipers who know God, obey His Word and love Him with all their hearts and minds. Shawna has recorded several music projects, and her deeply moving book, The Lord is Close, recounts God's activity and comfort through times of trial. She and her husband, Steve Bryant, own Bryant Productions a film, television and audio production company in Clovis, California. However, their most important job is raising their two children Shawna loves to talk almost as much as she loves to sing, and she feels fortunate so many people love to listen! In fact, she often receives repeat invitations the very same year. Her audiences laugh, cry and learn to apply Biblical principals to all life throws at them. God has taught Shawna many things, and she considers it a privilege to share these life lessons with others. All of her topics are based firmly on Scriptures and her own experiences walking, running, stumbling and pressing on through life. The following is a list of Shawna's most popular topics. What
others are saying about
Shawna... "Shawna
Marie Bryant is a woman with a passion for
leading women to understand that worship
is a lifestyle that encompasses every
fiber of our being. She teaches from God's
Word and entwines stories from her own
life into her teaching making her very
transparent and genuine. Her teaching
makes you feel at ease in her presence,
but also is evidence of the joy she
experiences from her walk with the
Lord." "The
worship in song that Shawna leads is
professional, uplifting and encouraging.
She provides an atmosphere whereby those
present can encounter the Living God in a
personal, genuine and powerful way. The
new musical arrangements to well known
contemporary worship songs are refreshing
and fun." "It
was a joy to entrust our women to her
teaching and allow her to lead every
aspect of the weekend Worship and
Communion Celebration." Cindy
Hoffmann, Penasquitos Lutheran Church, San
Diego, CA RETREAT BUNDLES The
Blessings of His Presence Don't
Wait Till Sunday Morning Waiting
on the Fruit Running
to Win The
Lord is Close Realizing God's sufficiency Have you ever felt abandoned by God? Sometimes difficult circumstances lead us to question God's sufficiency, if not His very existence. Sharing stories and songs from her The Lord is Close book and CD, Shawna Marie testifies to God's faithfulness during an extremely painful time in her life, and explains how she discovered "hope in darkness." If circumstances have ever dealt you an excruciating blow, Shawna's testimony may lead you to a place of hope and healing. This moving presentation works well as an alternative to a regularly scheduled evening worship service or as a special concert at a camp, conference or retreat. A gospel presentation is always included. 60-90 minutes Covered by Love, Restored by Grace Lamentations 3:22-23 and I Peter 4:8 The secret to having perfect love The Bible says, "Love covers over a multitude of sins." (1 Peter 4:8 NIV) Do we love with that kind of love? Our model for living a life overflowing with grace is our Heavenly Father, who loved us while we were still sinners. During this presentation of Scriptures, stories and songs, Shawna draws from her imperfect life as a wife and mother. She teaches how to hold on and when to let go. You will come away empowered to untangle the mess of unmet expectations in your relationships and learn how to give and receive forgiveness. This seminar works especially well for a "Mother/Daughter/Sister" function. A gospel presentation is always included. 60-90 minutes A Garden of Peace Philippians 4:6-7 and John 14:23 Experiencing peace regardless of circumstances The Bible tells us God made His dwelling place among His people, and the familiar old hymn says, "He walks with me and talks with me." Wouldn't you like to find this secret garden where God lives? Shawna will testify to times in her life when God surrounded her with perfect peace in spite of her circumstances, and will point out the difference between the peace the world gives and the peace that Jesus gives. You will learn how to finally stop worrying, and will discover the stepping-stones that lead to lasting peace and abundant joy. This seminar works especially well for a luncheon or banquet. A gospel presentation is always included. 60-90 minutes Worship from the Well John 4:23-24 and Hebrews 10:19-23 Boldly and reverently approaching the Throne of Grace Do you desire a deeper more intimate relationship with God? Then you must have an understanding of His abiding presence. During this seminar, Shawna digs into what the Bible says about God's presence throughout history, and explains from Scriptures how you can be the kind of worshiper the Father seeks. She teaches that worship involves far more than singing praises, and will leave you with new ideas of how to worship in spirit and in truth. This session is packed with information. Shawna teaches this topical Bible study with humor and impact. A gospel presentation may be included. 60-90 minutes Beyond the Ceiling Hebrews 11:6 and James 5:16 How to pray effectively Oswald Chambers said, "If our only motivation in prayer is to get our needs met, we're soon going to find ourselves in a huff with God." This seminar is for anyone who has ever been "in a huff." How can we be sure our prayers go beyond the ceiling? What does it mean to pray according to God's will? Why should we consider praying Scripture? By the end of this seminar you will understand why Oswald Chambers said, "We look upon prayer as getting things for ourselves. The Bible's idea of prayer is that we may get to know God Himself." This wonderful workshop on prayer includes discussion questions should you choose to include small group time. 60-90 minutes Digging For Treasure John 4:14 and Colossians 3:16 Practicing spiritual disciplines Every time worship is mentioned in the Bible it refers to an activity. In other words, worship is a VERB. Jesus promised a perpetual spring of living water would well up within anyone engaged in this kind of worship. Do you need some fresh ideas on how to worship in spirit and truth? This presentation will include several creative and challenging suggestions. The deeper things usually don't come easy, and perseverance always requires discipline. You will come away encouraged to perpetuate the flow of Living Water in and through your life, so everything you do and say will bring glory to God. This how - to class on living out your faith includes discussion questions should you choose to include small group time. 60-90 minutes Never Make a Woman Wait Isaiah 40:28-32 and 2 Peter 3:8 Understanding God's timing Patience has been defined as "being happy while you wait." It's no wonder so many of us pray for patience! God has a plan for your life; you have His word on it. (See Jeremiah 29:11) However, waiting for that plan to unfold can be agonizing. Shawna will share her own journey of faith and reflect on the many obstacles and delays that brought her where she is today. She discovered that when she began to view the timeline of her life from God's perspective, she acquired a whole new outlook. Shawna has created this seminar to help you do the same. This seminar makes an excellent luncheon or banquet speech. A gospel presentation may be included. 60-90 minutes Unleashing Power that Prevails Romans 7 Breaking free from the power of sin We sing about God's amazing grace with the power to save even a wretch. But is a wretch any good to God? If you feel trapped by a past that disqualifies you for the abundant life God has promised, then this seminar is for you! You will discover that the world's most famous missionary called himself a wretch (and he wasn't exaggerating) but God used him anyway. Come hear Shawna Marie share promises from the Word and hope from her own experience. You will gain a new understanding of what it means to be free in Christ. This in-depth Bible study is best suited within the context of a retreat or conference. A gospel presentation is always included. 60-90 minutes Thick Skin/Tender Hearts... Pleasing God or Pleasing Man 1 Samuel 16:7 and I Thessalonians 2:4 Discerning the heart of God Leaders constantly face the difficult task of meeting needs and satisfying certain tastes. If everyone has a different opinion, how do we know who to listen to? How do we respond to rejection or persecution? How do we respond to praise? What are the three major obstacles that keep us from pleasing God? This seminar addresses all these questions and inspires leaders to make wise choices and keep a godly focus. This seminar works well as a workshop within a leadership conference. 45-60 minutes Bearing Fruit at Christmas Ephesians 1:3-5 and Galatians 5:22-23 Smiling through the Christmas rush When you find yourself in a crowded shopping mall a few days before Christmas do you also find love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control? Producing a bountiful harvest of the fruit of the Spirit can be done, even in the midst of Christmas rush! The secret is living a Spirit-controlled life. During this special holiday program, Shawna Marie tells heartwarming Christmas stories, sings some Christmas favorites and challenges women to bear fruit. This seminar works especially well for a Christmas tea, luncheon or banquet. The gospel is always presented. 60-90 minutes The Joy of the other side of Giving Luke 18:4-5 and Matthew 7:7-8 Learning to ask, seek, knock and receive Do you ever wonder why Santa insisted on secrecy? What does the Bible mean by, "It is more blessed to give than to receive?" Does that mean we shouldn't ask for things? During this fun Christmas event Shawna unwraps what the Bible says about receiving and shares memorable stories, songs and a few surprises. You just may go home with a gift! This seminar works especially well for a Christmas tea, luncheon or banquet. The gospel is presented as the ultimate Christmas gift. 60-90 minutes |
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“As
her pastor, I have been personally blessed by,
first her servant spirit, then by her musical
giftedness, then by her sensitivity to the needs of
the group she is with and finally by her own depth
of spirituality in allowing the Holy Spirit to use
her.” “Her
message, like her music, was honest, sincere and
revealed an intimate walk with the Lord.” “A
gifted musician, Shawna incorporates worship in her
times of teaching, and because she has spent time
with the Master, she is able to impart that
‘secret wisdom’ Paul speaks of to the
Corinthians.” “You
not only sing beautifully, but you lead worship
wonderfully because you are worshipping Him
yourself. Your love for Jesus just bubbles forth
from you. And it’s contagious.” Are
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