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It’s My Fault You’re Still Single | Articles

article | April 17, 2017

Relationship status? Single. That’s true of most of you. That’s not necessarily big news. Singleness isn’t a curse or a season to be “endured.” It’s not a disease or something to seek out a cure for. But I’ve been paying attention, and …

How to Fall In Love with the Bible (Part 2) | Articles

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article | January 9, 2020

When my dad spoke, I listened—except when I was engrossed in a TV show. Those times, I’d look him straight in the eyes, say, “Yes, sir,” and then panic after he drove off because I had no idea what I’d promised to …

Brokenness and Revival: The Perfect Blend of Heat and Sweet | Articles

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article | October 7, 2019

Introducing someone to brokenness and revival can be like introducing them to sushi. “Here, eat this seaweed-wrapped raw fish draped over gummy rice with a swipe of green mustard so hot it will clear the nostrils of your descendants. You’re gonna love …

3 Biblical Strategies for Ushering Peace into Conflict | Articles

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article | June 22, 2020

When my eighth-grader walked across the stage to accept her award for “Most Patient,” I laughed out loud and whispered to my husband, “What’s going on in her classroom that requires so much patience she actually won an award for it?” Conflict …

Women’s Ministry Leader Survival Guide Tool #4: Striking a Balanc | Articles

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article | August 15, 2019

Talk to any leader and the topic of balancing ministry and home responsibilities is bound to come up. That’s why I’m so glad for today’s survival tool from Kelly Needham. Meet Kelly in her personal message to leaders, and check out her …

Best Of: Low-Cut Shirts And Turtlenecks | Articles

article | January 4, 2013

There's been a lot of discussion lately about whether or not fashion matters. Here is a sampling of the comments we've received. I just read the book, and it is kinda of just dumb. It really says stuff that isn't true, like …

Women’s Ministry Leader Survival Guide Tool #5: Leading Difficult | Articles

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article | August 19, 2019

The Church suffers when women who love Jesus and desire to serve Him cannot get along. While we know conflict and control is a natural by-product of ministering alongside fallen sinners, Scripture compels leaders to actively pursue peace. Meet my friend Shannon …

Dare to Hope That He’ll Redeem Your Story | Articles

article | July 29, 2020

Hope scares me now. Hope feels dangerous. Hope feels vulnerable. Hope even feels . . . a little silly. I’ve learned to be gut-level honest here in the valley of the shadow of death—the place that seems like my permanent residence these …

Releasing the Pressure Valve of Perfectionism | Articles

article | April 20, 2016

My name is Samantha, and I'm a chronic perfectionist. per·fec·tion·ist noun Definition: a person who refuses to accept any standard short of perfection. My standards are high, and my mind is hypercritical. I appreciate precision and thoroughly thought-out, well-executed plans. I hate …

Know the Next Generation: Keys to Effective Girls Ministry | Articles

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article | February 18, 2019

I am a girls minister. I love that I get to disciple girls and help other women disciple girls. I have been doing this at the church I serve in for almost seventeen years. Is it okay to be brutally honest two …