I was recently asked to author articles for this column “Books to Grow By,” which wonderfully coincides with the beginning of a new year. Several of the top books that …
I Would Never-A gentle promise for those crippled by shame-
When I was about 14, I heard a chapel message for teens, which challenged us to write down our personal standards of purity & holiness as a way to solidify …
Seasons within a Season
Spring is the season I crave most. Everything feels newly awakened and alive. It’s time to buy a new journal or devotional and share my spiritual journey with others. I …
Two Ships and the Water Between
Imagine the youth group to be on a jovial party yacht and the adults of the church to be on a nearby cruise ship. I could best describe my memory …
Broken People
{Preface from the author: I know that this feeling of uselessness is shared by other single Christian women. We’ve been conditioned to guard our hearts and our purity, and when …
Not Your Typical Five-Year Plan
You’ve probably heard of people who have a five-year-plan. And a ten-year-plan. And other lofty plans bound by a time frame, as a way to measure if they’ve reached their …
Feelings -vs- Promises
God’s promises are not dependent on my feelings. In fact, as I’ve studied His Word, I’ve discovered that none of God’s promises directly include my feelings. I was shocked! This …
Guess the Ending!
Have you ever read the publisher’s teaser for a book and then guessed how it would end? I did this recently with a historical fiction book. The twists and turns …
How to Alter a Wedding Dress
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
Single Girl’s Bucket List
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
The Perfect Chambray Shirt
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
Lazarus Still Died
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
My Time Will Not Come
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
For the Love of a Nephew
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
#RelationshipGoals: Being Heard
Amanda AngerThe goodness of God led Amanda to repentance when she was a 12-year-old girl, and despite a heart prone to wander, He daily draws her to Himself. She continues …
#RelationshipGoals: Being Spoiled
This is the second article in a series called #RelationshipGoals. To read the original article, click here. For me, it’s red velvet cheesecake, bacon-wrapped dates, and a brand new journal. …
#RelationshipGoals: Being Pursued
If you’re like me… …you’ve probably seen pictures posted on Facebook or Instagram, with the caption “relationship goal!” Some pictures are sweet, others corny, but they all somehow exemplify traits …