Katie Gutierrez 
What are you waiting on today? The caption caught my attention as I scrolled through my Instagram feed. I had been in a season of waiting for what felt like a very long time. When I left the country for a few months I thought that season was finally over. But as soon as I … Read more
Every February I love taking advantage of the opportunity to grow in my understanding of God’s version of love, pattern for romance, and desire for our relationships. Even as a single girl I think it’s so important to gain a Biblical understanding of romance, love, and relationships. Most of the principles we need in … Read more
In this generation of sexual freedom and expression, purity has received a bad rap even in the church. Many young women don’t understand what God means when He calls us to a life of purity. And because of this, we either balk at living a life of purity or we try and fail. I’m convinced … Read more
She was a POW in a Japanese prison, suspected of being an American spy. Darlene Deibler had traveled to New Guinea as a newlywed to do missions work. But shortly after their arrival the Japanese invaded the country and separated the young couple. Now, in her tiny prison cell, Darlene keenly felt her need for … Read more
“Corrie, we must thank God for the fleas.” “Even God can’t make me thankful for a flea!” Corrie returned. Corrie and her sister Betsie ten Boom were crowded into a single bunk in a German concentration camp. They had been arrested for helping Jews during World War 2. The bunk they shared, along with every … Read more
I thought I’d do something a little bit different for the last post in 2019. I always love to spend time over Christmas remembering what God has done in my life over the past year; remembering the funny stories, the special moments, the lessons learned. So today I’m sharing some of my favorite things from … Read more
This last week during one of my classes I heard the story of a young woman named Helen Ewan. Helen was 14 when she surrendered her life to Jesus. By 16 she intimately knew and loved the Word of God. At age 22, she died suddenly, but in those short 8 years she had impacted many … Read more
Our computer screen grew dark and the soundtrack shifted, creating an eerie ambiance. One click of the mouse brought us to an old bathroom sink and musty mirror. Without warning, a ghostly figure appeared in the reflection, the mirror shattered, and all four of us screamed. Each weekend three friends and I huddled around a … Read more
When I first read Quiana’s article, I couldn’t help but remember times in my life when I’ve made decisions out of selfishness. Times when I’ve lived as though my money is my own to use as I want. This article freshly challenged me to recognize all that I have as belonging to Christ. As Quiana … Read more
Being a Christian often means we don’t fit in. Many times in my own life I’ve faced the pressure to stop being so radical, to buy something, or do something, or say something to avoid being awkward. But the Bible is clear. We are not to be conformed to this world, but we are … Read more