Safe sex: why consent alone will never satisfy
Despite the strong cultural pull in the direction of “greater sexual choice,” it’s increasingly clear that this generation is not actually any happier with how things are going. Maybe there is more to “safe sex” or even “good sex” than merely two consenting adults.
Putting Out Fires: How Churches Can Respond to Sexual Scandal
As a person who believes that we are meant to thrive in healthy communities of faith, recent news headlines about sexual scandal are troublesome and grievous. And I know that I’m not alone in the desire to make the bleeding stop. The problem is not a new one, but the solution will be uncomfortable.
Every Day a Bride: a message of God's love for the church
The glory of the bride on her wedding day is the glory of being chosen and treasured. But, not every day is the wedding day. This is a reminder that no matter what you face today, nothing can rob you of your identity in Christ.
The Struggle with Feminine Beauty
Why did God give this unique beauty to the female gender? Women were designed to be such strong creatures, and yet also have the ability to gently nurture and bring life to those around us. This is the nature of all beauty. When unexploited, by self or by others, true beauty becomes a place of joy and rest.
Living with a Pure Heart in an Pornographic World
We see and hear things all the time that are trying to distort our mindset about sexuality. Maybe it starts as a seed, but if it remains unconfronted, it can grow to a place that wreaks havoc.
You can read some key truths here that will help you know what to do.
Finding Fulfillment Separate from Your Relationship Status
There are married people all over the world who are confused because they thought that saying "I Do" would be the answer to their search for meaning. There is fulfillment for you separate from your relational status.
Children, the Mess, and the Investment
Christ knows the cost of raising children, and He deemed it a worthy cause. As we interact with the children around us, whether in our home or outside of it, we are called to reflect His countenance. Here’s what you need to remember.
You’re Not Just A Mom! Just ask Sisera
The enemy is lying to mothers all over the planet whispering,” You are just a Mom”. This couldn’t be further from the truth. You aren’t just a mom, you are a threat to the kingdom of darkness.
Thoughts on Loss, Miscarriage, and Remembering Redemption
We each have our own stories of loss. As long as there is sin in this world, brokenness will persist. But we must make space in our theology for a Redeemer. He will have the final say. Every mess surrendered into His hands will not stay broken.
The Hand that Rocks the Cradle - the significance of the modern mother
If the mothers of the past could step into our homes, I imagine that they would come sit close enough to us that their knees would touch ours. Maybe they would lean forward, look us in the eye and say, "No, dear. You are not failing. You are facing a challenge that we never did. You are not particularly weak. You are a pioneer woman in a world that has not set you up for success."
Secret Rooms: the need for disclosure
If we aren’t careful to watch over our lives, we can end up with rooms in our hearts that we try to keep secret. We may be able to keep it from people for a time so then we often think that we can keep it a secret from God.