Women

Loving yourself simply means seeing yourself the way God sees you: as his beloved daughter, made in his image, covered by his grace, and loved unconditionally. Start each morning with these reminders, and let God’s truth help you live each day to the fullest!

When we take an honest look at the motives behind the desire to do something for mockery (in this case, celebrating a counter holiday), we will often find what is exposed is the need for healing in our own hearts. After a heart check with the Lord, if you find just a desire to express sarcasm and wit, then humor the idea. On the other hand, if what you find is a deeper heart condition of loneliness, depression, or longing unfulfilled, know it is safe to allow God into those places.

The next time you feel as though God is mad at you and you are having trouble accepting His love, put into perspective where that thought is coming from, take it captive to the obedience of Christ, and return to the love of the Father you never need to fear.

Negative emotions like anxiety, worry, and shame can quietly take over our hearts, leaving us feeling stuck and overwhelmed. But what if prayer could be the key to reclaiming your peace and joy? Discover how simple, Scripture-based prayers can help you break free from negativity and experience God’s calming presence in every moment.

Let’s find some new, special ways to get together with your precious friends and honor your beautiful relationship that was brought together by a good and gracious Father.

Today, I cling to the promise of seeing my unborn child in heaven, where there is no physical place or dimension of time. All life is precious and created in the image of God, a sacred gift that should protected by the foundational right to be born.

As women, we need to support one another and encourage each other in the plans the Lord has for us.

Meals that warm the belly and soothe the soul are especially rewarding. The meals that feel like a cozy blanket you can’t get enough of.

If in your efforts to conceive a baby you’re struggling with doubt and despair, here are seven powerful prayers inspired by biblical women who faced the same struggles.  

Have you ever wondered if there’s a biblical way to approach dieting? Spoiler alert: the Bible doesn’t talk about diets the way we think of them today. Instead, it speaks of fasting—a spiritual discipline that shifts the focus from the body to the soul. In this article, we explore the profound difference between dieting and fasting, how fasting exposes the heart, and why it’s a powerful way to draw closer to God.

Satan is in the business of undoing families, and your family that is striving to honor and glorify God is a threat to him. That means you are his prime target! So, of course, he is going to mettle in your thoughts and place that “perfect” family in your path, with the “perfect” marriage or “perfect” children. Do not fall for it! Let me repeat. Do not fall for this lie and trap of envious comparison. 

Can a Christian woman be a feminist? If we really want to answer these questions, we need to see how God defines feminism and what He has to say about His design of womanhood.

Feeling lost in the mundane tasks of daily life? Even the most ordinary moments can hold extraordinary value when viewed through God’s lens. This article reveals how gratitude, faithfulness, and a Kingdom perspective can transform the routine into something truly remarkable.

When I first became a woman, periods were scary. I find that most people are squeamish when it comes to blood, and I'm no different. But the scariest part was being too afraid to tell anyone. I was in denial that my body was maturing, and so I kept it to myself. Pain included. 

During those first few years, the pain wasn't awful. I could pop an ibuprofen or Pamprin and go on my merry way. As I entered my early and mid-twenties, however, I suspected something was wrong. The sharp stabs and yanking were increasing. Regular doses of pain medication no longer worked, and I grew fearful yet again. This time, not because of the blood, but the unceasing agony. 

For five years, I suffered in silence. Doctor after doctor told me I was a normal and healthy functioning woman. They wouldn't examine me because I wasn't sexually active. But they were confident I was fine. 

"Every woman has cramps," they'd note, adding me to the list of all the other patients they'd passed along. 

"Here's 800mg ibuprofen," they offered, attempting to numb the pinpricks with what felt like a useless bandaid. 

"Eat more fiber and work out to ease symptoms," they'd retort as if I wasn't already doing that. 

 And so, I'd embrace another smile, say "Fine," and go on my way. 

Until the day I passed out. Until the day I crumpled in COSI. Until the day my now-husband saw me crawl on the floor to the bathroom. 

On that day, I decided my health and body deserved answers. It would be a long journey ahead, definitely not easy, but worth it. I desire answers and support for every one of you suffering today. And that begins by seeking answers and being informed.

If I could tell people three things about Endometriosis, I would tell them this:

When someone has journeyed through a season or multiple seasons of life, and then you are left to face a future without them, it can feel jarring and a bit burdensome. When a breakup occurs with a friend, especially a best friend, it can be hard to know how to move on, adjust, and do life without someone you once called your dearest friend. Breakups of this sort are not easy, but there is hope for a future ahead, even one that feels so unknown.

Yep. The Proverbs 31 woman—you know her, so therefore, you most likely avoid her, hate her, or nearly kill yourself trying to imitate her. Deep breath, ladies. Here are four reasons why all those approaches are wrong—and how to accurately interpret this biblical figure: 

The gift of a fresh start is a welcome one. Maybe this article finds you needing one right now. I have always loved the imagery of a new year being like a fresh snowfall. Imagine looking outside after a snowfall and seeing a fresh blanket of snow covering the ground. There isn't a footprint on it yet. That's what we have at the start of each calendar year.

With biblical support, this article will explore five of the lies that women believe about their roles in the church and a little bit about how the church overall has perpetuated them.

I stood at the kitchen counter, crumbled the paper in my hand and gritted my teeth, “Is this how my life is supposed to be?” I screamed in my heart. “Mommy, that’s my teacher’s note. You just messed it up.” My 6-year-old son said. Although tears burned my eyes, I took his face in my hands. “Baby, mommy wants to read this, but I can’t.” my words choked. “Remember, mommy can’t see.”

There's a strange tension that exists, even for Christians, between sacrifice and self-care. Here's an interesting perspective from Psalm 23 on the source of our refueling.