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The Side Effect of Getting Closer to God
Okay, despite the title of this article, I really do love getting closer to God. The more I hear his voice, learn about his character...the more I realize how much he loves me, and how much I'll never be able to understand that love fully. He's funny, he's kind, and...
Why I Blamed The Devil for Killing my Dog
Spiritual warfare is a real thing. The enemy is a lion, seeking whom he may devour. We know we have an enemy, and we know he doesn't want us to succeed...but God's presented a question to me in the last few months. One that's got me thinking really hard about a few...
The Purity Crisis: How Do I Stay Pure? Part Three
I'm not just talking about this because I want an excuse to wear short-shorts. Or because I want to go around half-naked at the beach. I'm talking about this because I discovered a deeper, personal relationship with Christ once I understood the lies that I grew up...
The Purity Crisis: How Do I Stay Pure? Part 2
Buckle up, buttercups, I have a LOT to say about this one. Today we're talking about ✧˖°✧˖°✧˖° modesty ✧˖°✧˖°✧˖° When we talk about purity, the topic of modesty is very quick to follow. It's sort of like that annoying younger sibling following around their cool older...
The Purity Crisis: How Do I Stay Pure? Part 1
I've been doing some hard thinking. What is purity? How do I stay pure? If you're like me, then you probably grew up in a culture where this was a huge focus. Dress codes, warnings of sin and lust, and let's not forget the purity ring. Please hear me when I say this:...
Three Lies that Could’ve Kept Me from Marrying the Love of My Life – Guest Article Vella Karman
How do you know he’s the one? It’s a huge question. And as much as this probably doesn’t comfort you, the old adage is true: “You just know.” With a lot of prayer…and freaking out and questioning my life choices…eventually, I knew. God was so good and kind to guide...
I Can’t Play The Guitar
I can't play the guitar. No, really. This isn't like one of those "oh, I can't sing" moments where you shyly say how you can't really sing, and then you belt out Defying Gravity. All "yeaAAAaaAAaah" and pretty like. I really can't play the guitar. I know three...
What Makes Christian Fiction STINK?
Way back in 2021, I decided it was time to pursue this whole "author thing" seriously. I'd done a lot of praying and seeking, and it was time to step out in faith. Except...I didn't know how to step out in faith. I didn't know the first place to even begin my author...
Do You Have a Spiritual Eating Disorder?
I love food. I've had a handful of people tell me that my personal joy for food has helped or inspired them to enjoy the little things in life more. And let me tell you, I seriously love food. It doesn't always matter what it is, so long as it tastes good and has meat...