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Shirley Scurlock lives in Chillicothe Ohio. A Christian for eighteen years. She writes Christian poetry, articles and devotionals. She also writes song lyrics and short stories.

Shirley is currently working on two books. "Distorted Image" and a poetry chapbook

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Arts & Humanities > Thoughts on Writing The benefits of journaling: 9 of 148
Long before I decided to become a writer I took the time to write everything. I wrote about my children needing shots. I wrote about wrecking the car and always how I felt about it all. Every argument with my husband and what made me angry was journaled and the next day I wrote how much I loved him! I found putting my deepest... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Christianity and today's lifestyles: 4 of 58
Pursuing ExcellenceI remember my first lesson in excellence. It wasn't a truck load of money dropped in my pocket! No one gave me a home or bought me diamonds and I didn't give ten dollars to get a thousand. No; I had this blanket and the ends were open with the stuffing hanging out. I sat covered up in this quilted comforter... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Peace: 9 of 122
His Hand on MeWhen I forgive transgressionsOr lend a helping handWhen I give more than I haveYou have to understandEvery thing I'll ever haveOr everything I'll beIt's all in Gods designIt's His mighty hand on meWhen I smile at passers byOr you see me being kindWhen I love the unlovableThe truth can't be deniedThere is no sing... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Is Christianity dying out?: 14 of 123
Attempted Assassination Christianity is not dying out it's an assassination attempt. The secular humanists aided by companions of other persuasions have attempted to destroy the church by invading our schools. Knowing our children are the future of the church there has been an all out offensive against them. Once upon a time ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Understanding Christian's views toward paganism: 1 of 7
The story of a young wizard swept this country off its feet. Even the church world fell in love with the tales of magic. Many churches endorsed the series to teach positive values to our youth. From a worldly point of view, the characters come to life on the page and screen. The imagination that brought Harry Potter to life i... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture What is the future of Christianity?: 3 of 16
Depending on the Christian system we are talking about - there could be more than one future for Christianity. In the Bible believers called themselves in the "Way". The word Christian was meant to be a derogatory name. It meant little Christ....or one who acts like Christ. Today (Christian) means a lot of different things to... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 US elections 2008: Are candidates missing an opportunity to connect with voters on open government issues?: 7 of 27
The proof of American candidates inability to connect with voters became evident this year. In years past, the majority of voters have been white, middle class, fairly well to do folks. This year, the poor have come out to vote. Those with no health insurance, no job, no schooling and no hope finally voted. The evidence of ou... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Evangelism for the everyday Christian: 4 of 14
As Christians our energies would be best spent in evangelism! Jesus said my kingdom is not of this world! But we have tried to make this world fit into the kingdom of God.No matter how many laws we get passed - we can not make people desire to live godly! The world and the church are going in opposite directions and only the ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Reflecting on your life: 59 of 195
Come Closer to me LordCome closer to me LordSometimes I feel so far awayWhen the noises of this life grow louderHelp me hear the words you sayCome closer to me LordDon't let me slip awayWhen temptation's growing strongerPull me toward you; Lord I prayCome closer to me LordTill every victory's wonForgive me for my weaknessesI ... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Are you obsessed with your weight?: 7 of 22
The obsession with obesity is every where. The news, doctors offices and the web. Being over weight is no fun for those who suffer from it, but then we have to deal with all the medical chatter about it. There are millions of diets, some ask you to give up a certain food while another diet asks you eat more of it. So much of ... More..