Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. –Hebrews 11:1
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Part 2 In Part 1: What’s the Big Deal About Christian Girls and Modesty, we talked about the importance of modesty, particularly for Christian women, and it all boiled down to intent: What do you want the world to know about you? This is your chance to be an influencer—to… Read More »5 Practical Steps to a Stylish, Modest Wardrobe
I recently finished reading a mainstream young adult novel that was the worst book I have ever read. Not that it didn’t have a plot or relatable characters or good grammar. In fact, it was very well written as far as stories go. What made it so awful was the… Read More »Self-Control: Draw Your Weapon, Make the Enemy Flee!
Have you ever looked back on a moment in your life and suddenly realized you messed up? Bombed it, dropped the ball, missed the mark, bit the dust, went down like a lead balloon . . . you know, completely failed? Let me tell you about one of mine. If… Read More »Sharing Your Faith: A Story of Hope After Failure
Why do bad things happen to good people? It’s the age old question both Christians and non-Christians alike have struggled to answer. We don’t like when bad stuff happens. It’s messy, uncomfortable and inconvenient. But in this post, I’d like to make the case for why you, as a Christian,… Read More »Dear Christian Teen, Never Be Afraid of Bad News
“Speak the truth in love.” This phrase—derived from Ephesians 4:15 and frequently tossed around by evangelical Christians—has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? Truth. Love. Two things Jesus followers hold in high regard. By its simplest explanation, speaking the truth in love means encouraging someone to grow in Christ.… Read More »Speak the Truth in Love: A How-To From the Garden
Do you trust God to write your love story? Ever tried to write it yourself? Sometimes it doesn’t go according to plan. When I was a teen, singer Rebecca St. James was every Christian girl’s role model for pure singlehood. She even had a song about her commitment to her… Read More »Author vs. Protagonist: Trust God To Write Your Love Story
Have you ever had the profound experience of hearing the voice of God in audible words spoken? Or maybe it was more subtle than that. A feeling in your heart. A certainty of what you’re supposed to do next. The sensation of peace. Don’t feel bad if you can’t relate… Read More »The Spectacular Voice of God: Hearing Him in His Silence