Fighting Lust with the Power of Gratitude
When I was a teen girl, I remember having moments where I viewed God’s boundaries for sexual purity as a bit…well — annoying. Striving for purity in my heart and mind wasn’t easy, and I struggled to keep my thoughts pure. I would find myself grumbling in my heart about how tough the single life […]
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What I Wish I Knew Going Into My First Year Of Marriage
I can remember it like it was yesterday: walking down the aisle, ready to start a new life with my soon-to-be husband. I was giddy with excitement and full of nerves all at the same time. Not knowing what the future held we were ready to explore this journey together. Fast forward a year, where […]
Hope for the Christian Girl Who’s Feeling Suicidal
If you’re wrestling with suicidal thoughts right now, I want you to know that God is bigger than your darkness. He is more powerful than your pain. He sees you. He loves you. He wants to help you. You are not alone. God wants to pull you out of this darkness and set your feet […]
A Christian’s Response to Racism and Evil
“I hate those who are double-minded, but I love your instruction. You are my shelter and my shield; I put my hope in your word. Depart from me, you evil ones, so that I may obey my God’s commands. Sustain me as you promised, and I will live; do not let me be ashamed of […]
What to do When Your Thoughts Turn Suicidal
It’s not an accident that you’re reading these words right now. If you’re wrestling with suicidal thoughts, I am so glad you’re here. If you’re not wrestling with suicidal thoughts, I am still glad you’re here. Your life matters. The fact that you’re taking the time to read this post right now is a sign […]
Three Me-Free Questions for the Girl Who Wants to Stop Comparing
FREEBIE: Download Shannon’s “Heart-Steadying Reminders for the Comparison Girl” which includes screensavers, prayer cards, story templates, and more. I was in a car with a group of my college friends, and Jen was telling her embarrassing story about falling on her boyfriend’s ankle during a volleyball game. The ankle was sprained, the boyfriend was on crutches, […]
Christian Girl’s Guide to Becoming an Influencer on Social Media
Have you ever opened up your social media app, stared blankly at the screen, and wondered what in the world you should post? You sit there trying to brainstorm for a few minutes, but nothing inspiring hits you. So, you mindlessly browse the feed for a bit (which somehow turns into an hour). Then you […]
Hope for the Girl with a Canceled Graduation
You’ve been looking forward to this day all year. This is the moment you’ve worked your tail off for. The moment you get to walk across the stage, accept your diploma, and throw your hat in the air. The moment everyone in your life will tell you “congrats grad.” Sadly, this special moment has been […]
