When you think of the world, you might think of exploring Paris and New Zealand and the Ivory Coast (how exciting does that sound?!). The world seems like a neutral space full of endless possibilities for adventure. It is . . . right? It all depends on what you mean by “world.”
Yearly Archive:: 2013
Pass the Fat Jokes
I love most of my family’s Thanksgiving traditions. But I know there will most likely be more than food at our dining room table . . .
Sick Hearts and Ten-Foot Poles
One of the things I love about the readers of this blog is that you ask great questions! Here’s an example: “Anonymous” recently brought up some great questions about our stance on guys. She really got me thinking . . .
The Scoop on Satan
I realize most people laugh at the idea that Satan even exists. Maybe they sport a pair of red horns and a tail for Halloween, but they certainly don’t take him seriously. I hope you do.
Project 365-Grateful
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, what a great time for us to stop complaining and start thanking! That’s why I want to challenge each of you girls to join me in starting your very own project 365-grateful.
Falling in Love with Strangers
Thanks to a quick “flirting with a stranger” moment, I realized just how easily we as girls can get our thoughts all tangled up in guys. Guys we have never met. Guys we hardly know. And guys who give us the slightest bit of attention. So what can we do to avoid getting emotionally caught up in a guy?
Worse Than a Shark Bite
At SeaWorld, I learned something surprising. Only five humans die worldwide each year from sharks. Why was I so cautious then? And . . . do I take my everyday enemies as seriously as I took the potential danger of riptides and sharks?
Rumor Has It
Sooner or later people are going to be talking and the subject matter will turn to you. Maybe what they’re saying is true. Maybe it isn’t. Either way, it is no fun to be caught in the rumor mill. So how should you respond the next time rumors are being spread about you?
The Pitfalls of Spiritual Highs
There’s nothing wrong with "mountaintop experiences." Jesus and His friends had them. But if we’re not careful, we may begin depending on that good feeling to get us through the day rather than remembering who it is that is holding us.
How To Win The Battle Between Your Ears
I can’t change people, control my future, or heal my dad, but I am responsible for what I can do, and I can certainly honor God with the way I think. I guess you could say that our job happens between the ears.