Sharon Thomas has had a heart for Christ throughout her life and grew up as a vibrant young girl loving God and His church. Nevertheless, after graduating from college, and becoming a pastor's wife, she found life grew difficult. There were many unanswered questions and pain and grief surfaced. At 29 years old, while she struggled to make life "work", God stepped in and answered her prayer, to give her a hunger for His Word. Her life has never been the same!

Soon after, God clearly placed a call for ministry on Sharon's life. Through years of study, prayer, and experience, God was faithful in preparing her, and He birthed a speaking and teaching ministry in her called Established Footsteps, which is based on Psalm 119:133, "Establish my footsteps in Your Word, let no sin have power over me."

Sharon has a passion for cheering women on to love God's Word and showing them how to establish their daily steps in it. Whatever the event, she boldly speaks from the Word of God with sensitivity, humility and bits of humor, breaking it open with fresh insight and sharing real life stories designed for transformation. Her heart is to see women embrace the Word of God as a treasure, because she knows firsthand the power and life-changes it can produce!

Devoted to Christ and the ministry He has given her, Sharon has led retreats, conferences, weekly Bible studies and special events for women. She also enjoys bringing her love for the creative arts of drama and music into her ministry. She is the author of a video based Bible Study, Established Footsteps and two other studies, Face to Face With His Lovingkindness and Loving Life. She has also authored and numerous dramatic sketches and worship songs. Writing fresh messages for speaking and teaching is a joy, but she also has many that God has used in retreat and conference settings with great success.

Sharon and her husband Marvin have been married 21 years and are the parents of two children, McKenzie and Sam, who are rich blessings from the Lord! She works full-time in Established Footsteps and enjoys leadership in women's ministry and the creative worship arts ministry at her church.

Wherever she speaks, there is a harvest of interest and study in God's Word. Sharon knows it is the tool He will use to set women free. She is just joining Him in the task and loving every minute of it!

Retreats and Conferences

Since Then… A Weekend for Women
Explores the truths of Colossians 3:1-17 to discover the new lifestyle we have in Christ.

Established Footsteps
Looks carefully at the value of the Word of God in the life of a believer.

Daughters of the King
Considers I Peter 5:10, how God wants to perfect, confirm, strengthen and establish us.

Lord Be Transfigured Before Me
Opens our eyes to what life can be like when we really see Jesus as some did in Mark 1:1-9.

Back to the Basics
Directs our minds to the intention of God's heart for our life as a Christian.

A Life of Purpose
Examines the life of Esther, her legacy and our future.

Finding the Key to Godly Women's Ministry
Centers in on the true purposes and functions of God-directed women's ministry.

Beautiful Girls
Ministers practical, relevant, truth-filled principles to teen girls.

Perfect Peace
Focuses on Isaiah 26:3, teaching practical strategies for living in peace.

Authentic Living
Journeys through our life stories to find a place of authenticity in our relationship to Christ.

Only the World
Explores three questions based on II Corinthians 4:17-18 to help us live victoriously in this world.

Messages

Are You So Situated?
Based on Psalm 144:15, this message celebrates the life of being situated in Christ.

Shining Like Stars
Considering Philippians 2:15, instructions are shared for shining in the various seasons of our lives as women.

A Conviction of Hope
Living with hope instead of despair is possible. Powerful teaching from Psalm 27:13-14 is shared.

The Benefit of God's Word
Inspiring insight into the life of Mary Magdalene will spur listeners on to being devoted to the Word of God.

The Power of Christmas
The true "Christmas" has the power to change lives. Isaiah 9:2-7 is the scene in this message for considering the promise of "Christmas".

El Gibhor
Inhabited by a "Mighty God" we have the power to live with freedom in Christ and this teaching spurs listeners on to believe that.

LIVING In the Battle
We are in a battle, but God desires for us to LIVE in Him even in the midst of it. This message considers the mysteries of that truth.

Take a Deep Breath
What happens when we breathe in the Truth that God breathed out for us? Consider the message of II Timothy 3:16-17 and be set free to a life of peace and righteous living.

Simple Pleasures
God desires for us to find rest in Him and enjoy the journey. He has created simple pleasures for us to enjoy and these are encouraged through this teaching that focuses on spending time with Him.

Bible Studies

"Established Footsteps"
This 8 week study carefully considers the value of the Word of God in the life of a believer. Video based, each session is 20 minutes long. Companion listening guide with discussion questions is available and recommended.

"Face to Face With His Lovingkindness"
A 10 week study that explores the great love of our God as displayed through His goodness, kindness and faithfulness. This study includes teaching notes and small group leader plans for each week. Involves weekly homework (4 days) and scripture memorization.

"Loving Life"
A 7 week study based on I Peter 3:10-15 that examines the blessed life a yielded believer can experience in Christ. This study includes teaching notes and small group leader plans for each week. Involves weekly homework (4 days) and scripture memorization.

Blessings of Ministry

...Your love of His Word shows and everyone wants to love it like you do...  Thank you for sharing your life with us!
Cynthia Crawford
Hampton, VA

...It was SUCH a blessing to have you here with us over the weekend.  The fellowship was rich and rewarding, and your ministry (I'm confident), will continue to produce great results in Christ, for a long time to come.
Daniel Downing – Pastor
Heath Church, Lexington, NC

"... that is the beauty of Sharon's speaking - she ALWAYS draws women to God's Word – not to herself.  I am so thankful Sharon has been called to full time women's ministry, and I could not more highly recommend her as a guest speaker for Christian women's events."  
Kippy Arcara – Ministry  Partner
Yorktown, VA

"Your passion, desire and yearning to do God's will is very evident.  I've always enjoyed your speaking as you bring clearer meaning to God's Word and I need all I can get!"
Dianne Jones
Riverdale, Georgia

We wish to commend to you our sister, Sharon Thomas, as a teacher of the Word of God.  We have personally witnessed her humble and sincere spirit, her knowledge of the Word, and her gift for teaching.  She has particularly ministered to the ladies of our congregation through her teaching, and continues to do so.  We believe she will be a blessing to any group that chooses to utilize her speaking ministry, "Established Footsteps."
Charles M. Whitten, Chairman
Northside Christian Church Elders

Travels from:
Virginia