“For if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for God’s church?” -1 Timothy 3:5
Q: “I really like this guy from church. We’ve been friends for a few years but recently he told me he’d like to date me. We both want the blessing of our parents but my parents won’t allow me to date until I’m 18. How can I talk to them… Read More »How to Talk to Your Parents About Dating: Advice For Teens
Valentine’s Day: a holiday typically adored by swoony couples and loathed by singles everywhere. Where do you land on that spectrum? It’s terribly tempting to become a Valentine’s Day Grinch if you’re not in a romantic relationship when February 14th rolls around, especially if you’re in high school where everyone, it… Read More »True Love on Valentine’s Day, No Matter Your Relationship Status
In all raw honesty, unbelievers are some of the most frustrating people to pray for. We’re talking long-term— years, or even decades—where you could be praying over and over for the same thing (faith) to come to the same person, and still see no results. When faced with this situation,… Read More »Why Should I Keep Praying for an Unbelieving Friend?
On a beautiful autumn day in 2009, my husband and I pledged our commitment to each other in a small country church packed with people. I wore my grandmother’s 1940s wedding dress and walked down the aisle on my father’s arm as friends performed original music composed by yours truly.… Read More »True Commitment: Be the One Who Follows Through
You’ve probably been told it’s not okay to be judgmental, but the truth is, I’m a very judgmental person. I judge my clothing in the morning to see which tops and shoes will be the most appropriate for the weather. I judge my breakfast choices to pick the ones that… Read More »Is It Ever Okay To Be Judgmental?
If I could come up with two objectives for all parent-teen relationships, they would be: I bet I know what you’re thinking right now. “Yes! Finally someone who says my parents need to respect me!” Sure, love and respect are two-way streets, but don’t misunderstand my analogy. In driving terms,… Read More »A Teen’s Guide to Understanding Parents (Yeah, Right!)
You and your best friend have known each other for years. You share a passion for mountain biking, you teased each other through first crushes, and you’re both serious about your faith. But lately, she’s been doing things with her boyfriend that you know don’t align with God’s plan for… Read More »Love or Hypocrisy: Should I Confront a Friend Who Sins?
Have you ever missed an opportunity to share your faith and kicked yourself for it later? I have, and it’s been bothering me for twenty years. When I was in middle school, I became friends with a boy named Tripp (not his real name). We were band geeks, brainiacs, kindred… Read More »You Missed An Opportunity to Share Your Faith. Now What?
