A few years ago, I set myself up for some epic Christmas failure. December had finally arrived. The hope and joy of the Christmas season lay spread before me as thoughts of maximizing holiday fun and education swirled through my head. I envisioned handmade gifts and peaceful evenings at home near the brightly lit tree, my… [read more]
5 Promising Benefits of Personal Bible Study
We all know Bible study should be a priority – that’s kind of a given if you’re a Bible-believing Christ-follower, right? Unfortunately, as Christian women, we all too often see personal Bible study as merely an item on our to-do lists. So, when life gets crazy busy and our to-do lists grow impossibly long, personal… [read more]
Why You Need to Study God’s Word for Yourself
My fun-loving pastor (who also happens to be my husband) really enjoys teasing others to the point that I’m convinced teasing is actually his primary love language. One of his favorite jokes in church settings is to use the eleventh commandment to his advantage. When speaking to a church member recently, he said something along… [read more]
What Every Christian Woman Needs to Know about Authentic Confidence
In 2011, my husband and I took a leap of faith, one that was ten years in the making, one that required a move for our whole family away from all that was familiar and comfortable. After taking an extended break from paid ministry positions to focus on our marriage and family, we were jumping… [read more]
Real Talk about Christian Sex
S-e-x. Maybe like me, you’re one of those women who used to spell this word out for fear of saying it aloud? Or maybe you still spell it to this day! Regardless of your approach, the Bible is clear that sex was created by God for our enjoyment. One quick glance at the book of… [read more]
What One Year Taught Me about Hope That Is Not Put to Shame (and a Giveaway!)
“Did you know she’s an author now?!” My friend laid her hand on my arm as she spoke to the other women standing in front of us. Before I could stop myself, I found my head shaking no, as if the information weren’t true, because some part of me still doubted that I deserved that… [read more]