How to Pray When Someone You Love Is …
One reader recently asked this hard question . . . "Can you write about how to pray for someone (like a dad or brother) struggling with sin?"
4 Signs Your God Is Too Small
God is big. Really, really big. But sometimes, we try to shrink Him. Here are four ways to know if your God is too small.
To Love Others, Do I Have to "Love …
Recently, two celebrity stories caught my eye. Both featured an A-list Hollywood starlet with a history of broken relationships. (I'll let you guess which ones.
I've Been Abused; Am I Still Pure?
In the wake of sexual abuse, Amy wrote these brave words . . . "We (those of us who have experienced severe sexual abuse) had no option to protect our purity."
Checking In with the 30-Day Challengers
I don't want to shift our focus to candy hearts and red roses before checking in with those of you who committed to starting the year by reading the Bible every
5 Things the Bible Cannot Do
Warning: There are some things the Bible just can't do.
Help for Fellow Freaker-Outers
I'm a pull-out-your-hair, bite-your-nails, pace-the-floors kind of gal. But I've found the solution to all that freaking out in the pages of God's Word.
10 Ways to Study the Bible
Wanna dig into God's Word, but you're not sure where to start? We've got 10 ideas!
What Does the Bible Say About Food?
Does God care about turkey and mashed potatoes? You might be surprised.
Is It Okay to Think God's Scary?
How do you live in the beautiful tension between "Fear God!" and "Fear not?"
Connected
If you've ever stood in a crowd of people and felt like no one really knows you.
Is It Okay to Want to Be Famous?
Is it okay to pine to see your name up in lights?
Can I Know If I'm Saved?
Your salvation doesn't need to be a guessing game! Here are four questions to ask the next time you doubt your salvation.
A Gospel for Serial Killers
Some hard-hitting truth about who really deserves the gospel and how to wrap our heads around the fairness of God.
How I Know You Will Get Married
Maybe you will get married some day and maybe you won't, but that craving? The desire you have to pledge your life to someone else in the name of love?
Is God an American?
July 4th is set aside to celebrate the birth of our nation. It's one of my favorite days of the year.
Is God Mad at Me?
I've spent most of my Christian life convinced God was mad at me and terrified of the punishment He would hand down.
A Godly Girl's Guide to Fighting
Ever wonder how you should confront a friend? God gives us some very specific instructions.
The Best Friend a Girl Could Want
Need a friend who prays for you, gives great advice, and is available 24/7? We've got someone to introduce you to.
Giving God the All-In Card
I was traveling recently and met a young woman who was doing big things for God.
If Your Donkey Doesn't Talk, Does God?
I don't know about you, but I've never heard the voice of God thunder from a burning bush or speak through a talking donkey.
My Husband Doesn't Make Me Happy
I found my Prince Charming. But he doesn't make me happy.
The Number One Lie Young Women Believe
Because I work on a blog titled Lies Young Women Believe and because I often get the chance to speak to girls like you about lies and truth, people regularly a
Best Week Ever!
I don't know about you, but the resurrection, the crucifixion, and God's plan for my redemption can sometimes soar right over my head.
Three Reasons Why the Trinity Matters
Instead of running from the things about God that seem too complex or above my head, I've learned to run toward them, like a soldier training for battle.
Because Immanuel Changes Everything
As we celebrate Christmas this year, we need to take a minute to hone in on Immanuel. God left heaven and came to earth to be with us and that's a big deal.
It's Good To Be A Girl
The fact that I don't fit most lists of what girls should be like has always caused me some angst.
There's A Hole In My Sidewalk
If you're in a pit of sin, whether you've fallen in willingly or unwillingly, it's so important for you to understand that you don't have to stay there.
30-Day Mom Makeover Challenge
This challenge is tailor made to encourage you through the demands of motherhood and equip you to be the beautiful mom God wants you to be.
What's The Big Stink About Submission?
For a lot of people in our culture, "submission" has become a dirty word. Why? And what does God say about it?