Tag: Desires

My Response to Focus on the Family’s Decision to Close Boundless

In February, Boundless—the singles’ ministry run by Focus on the Family—stopped producing new content. I’ve enjoyed articles, blog posts, and podcast episodes from Boundless for years. Plus, I’ve written articles for Boundless and appeared on Boundless’ podcast. So when I first learned about Focus on the Family’s decision to (essentially) close Boundless, I was discouraged. But I was especially discouraged about the reason Focus on the Family made this decision.

Can God Change the Desires of My Heart?

I used to hear things like “God can change the desires of your heart,” but I severely doubted it. After all, I had (and often still have) very strong desires. However, over the past few years, God has changed my mind about His ability to change the desires of my heart.

3 Things to Keep in Mind as You Search for Your Dream Job

Last summer, God gave me my dream job. I started working as a full-time writer/editor for a Christian ministry. I’d been praying for a position like this for years, and God graciously answered my prayers. But over the past several months, I’ve learned a few unexpected lessons I want to share with you that may change your perspective as you search for your dream job.

It’s Okay to Not Celebrate Galentine’s Day

I don't have a problem with single girls hanging out with fellow single girls on Valentine's Day. In fact, that can be a great way to spend the holiday! I just have a problem with the message of Galentine's Day, which is this: You don't need a guy; you just need your gal pals. (Hence the name Galentine's Day—emphasis on gal).

How God Has Unexpectedly Changed My Desires

I used to doubt that God was capable of changing my desires. I figured that my desires were essentially set in stone and that they honestly couldn't be transformed. I do believe that some desires are God-given and aren’t mean to go away. But I've recently started to see God change my desires in unexpected ways.

2 Reminders for the Single Girl with a High Sex Drive

These are questions that the typical single girl with a high sex drive asks herself about sex. I’m not judging you if you’ve asked yourself these—and lots more—questions about sex. But as single girls with a high sex drive, what can we do while we wait to get married and have sex? Here are a couple simple things.

God Knows Your Deepest Desires

But as I visit church after church and feel like I don’t quite fit, I sigh. As I notice Sean walk past me without acknowledging me, I sigh. As I struggle to find a job that sounds enjoyable, I sigh. I’m just glad that God hears me when I do.

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