Category: growth
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Thriving in the Tension — Yes Sis, You Can Be Content and Still Desire a Husband
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Let’s just go ahead and name it: Christian singleness can be confusing. Trust me. I know. On the one hand, I’m trying to stay hopeful and open to love. On the other hand, I’m also trying to protect my heart, not idolize marriage, and not lose joy while I wait. Can…
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You Don’t Have to Do Tricks to Be Loved: God’s Better Plan for Sex and Love
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I was recently scrolling the internet when I came across an article with this headline: “The ‘Marry Me’ Sex Move That’ll Make Even the Most Commitment-Phobic of Men Beg to See You Again (and it worked for three of my friends).” And honestly? I read it. Not because I believe it’s…
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When You Feel Like God Loves Every Other Woman More: The Truth That Will Set Your Heart Free
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I love, love a good love story. I’m the girl who loves to ask: It can be so fun to hear people’s love stories, watch both their faces light up at the memories, and listen to their testimonies of how God provided them a spouse. But what happens when you…
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Still Struggling to Feel Beautiful? A Sister’s Honest Story You Need to Hear
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I never had a boyfriend in high school. Or college for that matter. Now looking back, this was partially due to two factors: 1) I was raised in a strict, conservative Christian home and wasn’t allowed one (at least in high school), and 2) I was very shy and socially…
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Feeling Stuck in the Waiting Room of Life? Read This
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If you haven’t already, check out part 1 here. Read on for part 2. Is this you? Are you waiting to be set free from the “prison” that is your singleness journey? Are you waiting for your name to be called, yet every other woman seems to be “assigned” to…
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Tired of Being Single? What You Need to Remember to Get Through Your Single Season in One Piece
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As my sister handed me my mail, she said, “Well, the jury duty people finally got you.” I couldn’t help but feel annoyed. The thought of losing a day (or more!) for jury duty just didn’t appeal to me (or my bank account!). I had plans. I had appointments. And now, the…
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Travel Now, Not Later: Budget-Friendly Tips for Single Christian Women
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In the last post, I said, “Don’t wait for life to start. Live it now.” In case you’re wondering about the financial logistics, I want you to keep this in mind: You Don’t Have to Be Rich—You Just Have to Be Ready I know what you’re thinking: “But traveling’s expensive!”…
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Bonafide, Proven Reasons to Embrace Travel Before the Husband, Baby, & Minivan
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Ever wish you had a time travel machine? I have. There are so many things I wish I could go back in time and tell my younger self so she could do things differently. That’s why I felt the need to write this post. If there’s one thing I wish…