Thou Shalt Not Speak
Equip . Encourage . Empower
Thou Shalt Not Speak seeks to equip, encourage, and empower individuals entangled by generations of passive, thwarted, manipulated or sensationalized modern-day Christianity. Thou Shalt Not Speak aims to give a voice to the voiceless through reverent, assured, and established biblical faith.
For far too long voices of truth have been squelched by doctrinal dogma and assumptions by individuals taking biblical text out of context. Thou Shalt Not Speak exists to equip, encourage, and empower the people of God through confident and courageous living as modeled by our great biblical ancestors before us—men and women alike. Through conviction and candor, as embodied by the open-handed boy of John 6, I joyfully give that which is in my hand—a pen to a page and that which is in my mouth—the life-changing Word of God. I bring warmth, creativity, and assurance to the equipping, encouraging and empowering of the Saints. I am committed to a realized fullness of joy (John 15:11) for the Bride of Christ through the promises of God’s living and active Word (Hebrews 4:12).
Blogs
Ever since I was a little girl, I found writing to be therapeutic. My short-tempered tangible writing solutions as a child eventually evolved into therapy-like writing as a young lady. What started as a self-reliant coping mechanism blossomed into an others-focused ministry and great love affair with the always dependable Jesus. I could not have foreseen that what once helped me manage uncertainty and pain might actually have been stepping stones toward helping others manage theirs. Writing has also been a beautiful and encouraging way to set up stones of memorials (Joshua 4), as did Joshua representing the consistent and faithful goodness of God through the driest of deserts.
Faith
Constancy- Responding Consistently
Mathew 6:33(HCSB)But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you. In preparing to write the final blog of this series, “As We Respond, He Responds,” I’ve been reminded of our deep & desperate need for stillness. Let’s look at more of the text: Matthew 6:32-34…
Family
A Soft Place to Land
People aren’t meant to have hard edges–pointed, sharp, jagged–like shards of glass we avoid for fear of being cut. A friend of mine mentioned this and it has always stuck with me, we aren’t meant to have hard edges. She was speaking of our physique, that it is okay to be a little squishy, instead…
Culture
My Journey Through Transitional Loss
There is an image circulating the internet, “Military kids will have to say goodbye to more significant people by age 18 than the average person has to in their entire life time” – source unknown. Ouch! That pains me so much for my kids. Honestly, it even sort of grieves my heart. For example,…
About Amy
I am passionate to equip, encourage, and empower the Bride of Christ in her God-given gifting and calling through the means of storytelling accompanied by purposeful biblical teaching. I am a called mouthpiece of Jesus, speaking boldly and confidently of God's great goodness. Since I was a young girl I can remember there being an attack on using my voice for God’s good purposes, but like the prophet Jeremiah, God’s Word is in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones. I cannot hold it back (Jeremiah 20:9).
I am a mom of two dashingly handsome, hilarious adolescent boys. I pray daily for their courage, integrity, and resolve knowing confidently that God has big plans for their future. I am the wife of a tremendously resilient, kind, tender-hearted and committed service member. I am incredibly thankful for God’s familial blessings.
My newest adventure has me treading the waters of resolute and purposeful sabbath rest, something I have struggled with for much of my faith journey. I often swim too fast in far too strong a current, not allowing myself the needed replenishment of rest. I keep friends and family close and wisdom closer, disciplining myself in stillness to hear from God with full confidence (John 10:27).
I have over twenty years of professional experience in church, ministry, and worship. I thrive in many of the common challenges faced by modern-day churches and unhealthy organizational culture. I have served in many ministerial board roles. My leadership experiences have given me a unique perspective and understanding of Faith, Family, and Culture and how these foundational elements impact our personal worldview and our trained and practiced perceptions of our everyday lives.
Hire Me.
I love to write and speak in an experientially relevant way.
My most recent professional writing can be found at Military Moms Blog
"I've spent the bulk of my career serving Pastors and know the intense challenges ministry presents. Amy Kersey has a very solid multi-dimensional understanding of the complexities of relationships in ministry and the experience to help people navigate those challenges."
Paul Loyless, Senior Principle, Global Church Innovation at Compassion International
"Amy Kersey passionately loves people. She is not afraid to be vulnerable, real, and raw with her audience. She knowingly addresses challenging topics with bold truth followed by encouragement. She is one of the most genuine and hard-working people you will ever meet. Her heart's desire is to usher others into an authentic and deep relationship with their Creator."
Michelle Habel MA, LPC
As a public speaker and workshop presenter, I would recommend Amy Kersey as a wonderful speaker. She wrote, organized, and presented the material at a retreat I attended. I was impressed with her natural presenting ability.
Linda S. Klein, LPC
Speaking Engagements
Women's Group Meetings and Retreats
As a military wife I can testify, life can seem a bit transient. With so much uncertainty in our Nation’s current spiritual, political, and social climate it can be hard to pinpoint the root of the unrest that settles within us. I would love to come address that internal unrest for the women in your life. Invite me to host a Zoom or in Person gathering. Regardless of geographic location, I am honored and overjoyed to come and speak for your group.
You can expect me to confront challenging and unsettling topics from a biblical and experiential perspective. The gatherings will introduce a time of teaching that will transition to an open forum where guided conversation can be fostered. You will have an opportunity to speak and collaborate with other women thereby having ownership toward spiritual, familial, and cultural shifts within your specific group. A guided conversation will be provided at the gatherings giving shape to healthy dialogue. No preparation is needed. Come as you are, leave changed.
Marriage Gatherings and Retreats
Life does not always meet our fairytale-like expectations. With no shortage of suffering, many marriages have had to struggle through paths of infidelity, infertility, addiction and the like. I myself have not journeyed unharmed by these tumultuous paths. My experiential learning, gentleness and understanding in the midst of some of life’s hardest moments make me uniquely qualified to teach and coach alongside you and your spouse through these rocky terrains.
Like the aforementioned women’s group gatherings I will equip, encourage, and empower you and your spouse toward the fullness of marital satisfaction as God designed it to be. There will be a time of teaching coupled with intentional time for connection, crafted uniquely to your mutual pursuit of spiritual, familial, and cultural needs within the unique circumstances and challenges of your home. No preparation is needed. Come as you are, leave changed.
Family
The nuclear family is under attack. Masculinity is often shamed while feminity is often praised. Women strive to embody the likeness of men while men are admonished to disregard their God-given design. In our independent fights toward unsettling freedom and identity our kids seem to be getting lost in the mix. The societal deficit of Godliness and individual courage has left many self-focused while our kids grapple alone in the midst of a wicked and perverse generation (Philippians 2:14-16).
Like the aforementioned women’s and marriage gatherings and retreats I will equip, encourage, and empower you and your family toward the fullness only God has to offer. Through interactive play, intentional biblical learning, and verifiable family design I will engage your family exactly where they are, as they are by working to help bridge the gap in where you desire to be.
Connect With Amy
I would love the opportunity to come and speak at your event! I deeply value the God-given privilege of purposeful gatherings in your church, home group, women's retreat, marriage retreat and more.