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Not Part of the Plan [OFFICIAL TRAILER]

Not Part of the Plan [OFFICIAL TRAILER]

Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story. Releases everywhere on October 12, 2021. Pre-order now and get exclusive bonuses (audiobook, verse cards, e-book, and access to a private zoom call).

PRE-ORDER: www.GirlDefined.com/Trust

BOOK DESCRIPTION: What happens when life doesn’t turn out the way you always imagined? How do you stay hopeful when disappointments, unfulfilled longings, and frustrating detours come knocking on your door? Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal have asked these same questions themselves.

In Not Part of the Plan, they open up their lives in the most raw and relatable way, sharing their own journeys through unexpected seasons of infertility, singleness, loss, and heartbreak. But in the midst of it all, they’ve learned that true hope doesn’t come from getting the life you always dreamed of, but from trusting God with the life He has for you and believing that His plans truly are good.

Sister, wherever you are on your journey, your life has purpose and meaning in Christ, and thriving is possible–right now.

ENDORSEMENTS: “If life has thrown you a curveball and your future feels hard and scary, Not Part of the Plan is the book for you. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. But most of all, you’ll appreciate the advice of these wise friends as they teach you how to walk through pain and uncertainty and lead you toward a hope-filled tomorrow.” —Mary A. Kassian, author of Girls Gone Wise in a World Gone Wild

“Bethany and Kristen address the struggles we face when life takes unwanted detours and show us through Scripture and experience that our ultimate hope is found in Christ. Even in life’s disappointments, we can be completely confident in God’s greater plan that is for our good and for His glory.” —Gretchen Saffles, author of The Well-Watered Woman, founder of Well-Watered Women

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September 17, 2021 by Kristen Clark

Filed Under: Videos

My Biggest Regrets Since Getting Married

When I got married ten years ago, I naively assumed that the rest of my life would be easy. It didn’t take long for me to learn that life is hard and marriage is challenging. Looking back on the past decade, here are my top 3 biggest regrets…and what I would do differently now.

September 16, 2021 by Kristen Clark

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Marriage, Marriage Prep

Our Best Advice for Surviving a Breakup

Ep. 045 – Nobody goes into a relationship hoping for heartbreak. The dream is that the relationship will draw you closer to each other and eventually end with a happily ever after fairy tale ending. Sadly, the fairy tale ending doesn't seem to always work out. Many of us are faced with the reality that the relationship isn't at all what we'd hoped it would be. For one reason or another the relationship ends. Hearts are broken. Friendships are severed. Sadness follows. 

If you're going through a breakup, or know someone who is, this episode is for you. In today's podcast, Kristen and Bethany open up about their own past breaups and share what helped them to survive those terrible moments. If you need hope and encouragement, you will find it here. 

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September 13, 2021 by Kristen Clark

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You Can Live Without Sex, But You Can’t Live Without Intimacy

Yes, it’s true! Sex is a beautiful and amazing gift designed by God… but you don’t have to experience it to experience true intimacy. What in the world do we mean?? Watch the video to find out.

For more on the topic of sex and intimacy, grab a copy of “Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl’s Heart.” SEX, PURITY, LONGINGS BOOK

September 9, 2021 by Kristen Clark

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Desires, Sex, Waiting

Can I Be Satisfied if I Never Have Sex?

Ep. 044 – God intentionally created each one of us to be sexual beings. From the beginning of time He made us with sexual desires. Sexual longings. Sexual yearnings. He designed us this way on purpose and for a purpose. He’s not a killjoy in the sky wanting to squash our sexual feelings. He’s a loving Creator who wants to help us steer our affections and desires in the right direction—all for His glory. Out of love, He’s given us beautiful parameters for how to embrace our sexuality in the right ways. He created our sexual design to teach us spiritual truths about Himself.

He created us with an ache for intimacy to draw us into an authentic relationship with Himself. He created us to be relational because He is relational. He created us to be ultimately and completely satisfied in Him.

Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story

Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart

Shine Bright Devotional

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Love Defined 

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September 6, 2021 by Kristen Clark

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3 Ways to Fight Worry

Worry is something I have to fight against every single day. Even as a Christian, it’s often my default response. With so much going on in my own life, my family, and the world…there’s a lot to worry about. If you can relate, this is for you. Here are 3 truths that have helped me go from a heart of worry to a heart of peace.

August 31, 2021 by Kristen Clark

Filed Under: Videos Tagged With: Anxiety, Trust, Worry

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