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Merry Christmas: A Personal Letter From Girl Defined

Hey Girls, Wow! I can’t believe this year is coming to an end. So much has happened in the Girl Defined ministry and I’m dying to share it with you. The biggest (and most incredible) surprise of this past year started with a phone call. “Bethany, you aren’t going to believe this. We just got […]

Girl Holding Diamonds

The Secret to Achieving Diamond Status

I woke up early with a skip in my step and a smile on my face. I had plans to head to the airport to attend a Biblical Counseling conference with my mom and sisters. I’d been eagerly anticipating it all summer long. We arrived at the airport, breezed through security, and found our seats […]

Girl in winter wonder land

What to do When You’re Not Getting a Kiss Under the Mistletoe

The cold weather. The beautiful lights. The white snow. The music. The traditions. The feelings of warmth and love. The gifts. The Christmas season. I don’t know about you, but when the Christmas season rolls around, I get in a sentimental, sweet, and special sort of mood. I soak up my time spent with friends […]

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Writing Letters to Your Future Husband

On October 1st, 2004, I sat down on my bedroom floor, grabbed a piece of plain paper, and penned my very first letter to my future husband. Since that day, I’ve written dozens of letters to this future unknown man. These letters contain prayers, dreams, thoughts, encouragement, Bible verses and so much more. My hope […]

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Single Girls: Look for a Guy With Vision, Passion, and Purpose

I was 19 years old when love and romance came knocking on my door. He was funny, I laughed. He was cute, I was smitten. He liked me, I liked him. He pursued me, I fell in love. And then…it ended. As quickly as it started. My tears covered my pillow for weeks on end. […]

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How to Get Over a Guy in a God Honoring Way

You notice the guy. He catches your eye. Your heart races. You start dreaming. The week goes by and you can’t keep him out of your mind. Without even trying, he’s “won” your heart. You’ve planned your wedding, you’ve planned your future. You even have three adorable kids. And then…the dreaded happens. You find out […]

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