Welcome to the first season of the Refuge Podcast with Jennifer Elwood!

Today’s gift of freedom opens up guest Shirley Desmond Jackson. She beautifully answers the question, “have you ever experienced freedom in Christ?” with a resounding YES. After discussing the wonder of twinkling Christmas lights and the surprising meaning behind celebrating Christmas near the winter solstice, Shirley shares from her own life experience how God opened the gift of freedom by teaching her life lessons of having grace for herself and setting boundaries. 

About the Guest: Shirley Desmond Jackson

Shirley has been a Christian for thirty-nine years. She began her long and varied career by joining one of the most prestigious international accounting firms in the world. After leaving the CPA firm, she continued working in the private industry. 

Taking a brief hiatus from her career, Shirley joined the ministry staff of a missionary church in Paris, France. When she returned to accounting, she served as the financial administrator for churches in Europe and the United States. Eventually she opened her own private practice where she mentored women entrepreneurs.

After twenty years of accounting, Shirley transitioned to a career in public education where she specialized in Reading Instruction. After ten years in the classroom, she became an Instructional Coach. In this capacity she trained other teachers in literacy instruction.

Now retired, Shirley and her husband serve their home church by shepherding the hearts of young married couples.

Connect with Shirley at https://shirleydesmondjackson.com

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