The Inner Spark
Each Friday, I share a short thought, a Scripture, and a question for women who want clarity and confidence in their next step with God.
Why Your Words Matter More Than You Think
Last week, someone did something that really blessed me.
I was at a women’s conference I had been really looking forward to – time in the Word, worshipping and just being together.
And then something unexpected happened.
I received a card.
Inside was a message…kind, thoughtful, and so affirming. ...
by Cheryl Simon —
Apr 10, 2026
confidence
What Are You Building Right Now?
This week, a verse came back to me from years ago.
It was actually our school song.
I went to a traditional British girls' school; the kind with a beautiful Victorian building, echoing corridors and a great hall with an ornate ceiling.
I can still picture it...rows of us girls in our navy blue sc...
by Cheryl Simon —
Mar 27, 2026
clarity
God Rejoices Over You
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Has God placed something in your heart lately – a thought or an idea that won’t quite go away?
Maybe it’s a dream you feel both drawn to and unsure about.
Maybe you keep wondering, Was that really from Him?
Or maybe you know it was…but you’ve been hesitant to begin.
Sometimes the hardest part ...
by Cheryl Simon —
Mar 20, 2026
encouragement
Why Transformation Doesn't Just Happen
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I heard a story this week that made me smile – and then made me think...
A wildlife producer had set up cameras around his garden to watch the birds. One camera followed a nest of baby birds from the moment they hatched.
At first, their parents did everything for them. They would fly in, bri...
Mar 13, 2026
mindset
How God Guides Your Steps in Times of Change
The last couple of weeks have brought quite a lot of change for me.
A family member has come to stay with us, and I've also wound down a business. When life shifts like that, it can leave you feeling a little unsettled.
The routines change. Things feel unfamiliar. You find yourself wondering how ...
Mar 06, 2026
How to Stay Consistent When You Don't Feel Motivated
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I'll be honest with you.
Today I don't feel particularly shiny.
Which feels slightly ironic, given my whole message is Time to Shine.
But this is real life.
Some days you feel clear, focused, energised. You can see the vision. You know why you're doing it.
...And some days...you just feel a bi...
Feb 27, 2026
Promotion Isn't Your Job
There's something in us that wants to make it happen.
When we sense a call from God, it's easy to think we need to push harder.
Knock louder...
Promote ourselves...
Make doors open...
But that isn't the way of the Kingdom.
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Verse of the Week
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"Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, th...
Feb 20, 2026
You Are Not Who You Were – The Past Doesn't Define You
There was a season when I rehearsed old moments far more than I realised.Â
Conversations I'd wished I'd handled differently.
Decisions I kept revisiting.
Opportunities I felt I'd missed.
There were moments when I let guilt and worry linger longer than they should have.
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At some point, I began to...
Feb 13, 2026
Why Confidence Doesn't Come First
For many years, I thought confidence was something you had to build.
I assumed that if I worked harder, prayed more, or got things 'right', confidence would eventually follow.
That one day I’d wake up braver, clearer, and more sure of myself.
What I didn’t realise then was this:
Confidence doesn’...
Feb 06, 2026
Delivered From Darkness But Still Holding Back? Understanding God's Calling
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I’m in my early twenties, living in Bologna, Italy. It’s the early hours of the morning, and a friend and I are standing at the side of a long, dark country road – miles outside the town.
No taxis. No Ubers. Just darkness and silence.
We’d realised we were in the wrong situation and asked to...
Jan 30, 2026
When Fear Disguises Itself as Preparation
Do you ever feel like your gift isn't enough?
You know that God is calling you to do something for Him but you feel you have to fix just one more thing about yourself before you take a step?
You say, I'll start when I've got myself totally ready...take another course...get all the resources I ne...
Jan 23, 2026
mindset
Why Indecision Is An Identity Issue (Not a Clarity Problem)
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Here’s something I’ve noticed, both in my own life and in walking with others…
Indecision is rarely about lack of information.Â
It’s almost always about identity.
We tell ourselves we need more clarity.More confirmation.More certainty.
But underneath the hesitation is often this subtler questi...
Jan 23, 2026
mindset
The Inner Spark
Each Friday, I share a short thought, a Scripture, and a question for women who want clarity and confidence in their next step with God.
Cheryl Simon
Coach, Pastor & Speaker
If you’re a high-achieving woman of faith who knows God has more for you but feels stuck or unsure of your next step, this invitation is for you.
Book a Time to Shine Session where I’ll identify exactly what’s holding you back and give you a personalised roadmap to move forward with focus, confidence and direction.
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