“Be holy, because I am holy.” -1 Peter 1:13-16
Christians sometimes come across as being above worldly ways when, in truth, we do not possess some sort of mystical immunity to the lure of sexual sin. In fact, Satan yearns to eat us for breakfast, lunch, and supper. He knows Christ defeated him so the best he can do… Read More »7 Common Lies About Sex That Christian Girls Believe
When you pick up a novel of any given genre, you have certain expectations of what you’ll find, right? If it’s fantasy, the characters must exhibit some type of mystical powers, or at least live in a world where mystical powers exist. Readers of paranormal fiction expect to encounter vampires,… Read More »Christian Romance: The Lies Behind the First Kiss in Fiction
Popular culture wants you to think purity is outdated and irrelevant—an oppressive relic spilled over from the Elizabethan Era. “Forget purity. Follow your heart, be true to yourself, do what makes you feel like you.” The typical Christian response, however, would seem to support this tainted view of purity. Wearing… Read More »The Right Reason for Purity: It’s Not What You Think
Imagine this scenario for a second: Your best friend (who, by the way, is awful at choosing dating partners) asks you to lay out the most important qualities of a good boyfriend. What would you tell her? Witty. Likes to have fun. Attractive. Emotionally intelligent. Smart. Cooks for you. Good… Read More »3 Most Important Qualities of a Good Boyfriend for Christian Girls
Serving God is drudgery. Does it shock you to read that statement on a Christian teen & young adult blog? Then let me finish it: Serving God is drudgery when carried out the way most of us view service to God. We think of overseas mission work and playing in… Read More »Work, School & Play: How to Serve God In Everyday Life
Ever been to a chili cook-off? All the chefs bring the same item (chili) to the table but no two are ever exactly alike. Some are mild and tangy, some bitter and heavy, others so wickedly hot they’ll burn your throat. What you put into it determines the outcome. Marriage is… Read More »How to Prepare Yourself For Marriage Before You Find “The One”
Big reveal: I’m a big proponent of marrying young. If you find an honest, hardworking believer who possesses the three most important qualities of a good Christian boyfriend or girlfriend why waste time being picky? Devoted Christian spouses are hard to come by these days so don’t ignore your chance!… Read More »How to Find Fulfillment as a Single on Valentine’s Day
Popular culture will tell you to forget it. Abstinence is impossible, so why bother? Everyone is sleeping with everyone else, and surely—surely—you’re the only virgin in your school. After all, everyone knows teens and young adults have little self-control and even less interest in purity. What do you think of… Read More »The Case For Abstinence: This is What Really Matters