Where God's Word Meets Our Mess
Okay, so there are actually many things I struggle to remember while waiting for marriage, but this is one of the biggest. I’ve written other other posts about marriage and how it points to the marriage celebration of Christ and the Church (as described in Revelation). An earthly marriage between a fallen man and woman is a foretaste of what’s to come—but it’s only a foretaste.
I’m aware that the Bible permits us to drink alcohol and that Jesus drank alcohol, so I’m not saying it’s sinful. I’m simply saying it’s important to evaluate your why. If you want to drink alcohol on your 21st birthday because you want to conform to the culture and/or impress your friends and/or get drunk, I encourage you to choose one of these fun alternatives.
I was 13 years old when my friend Alexis* moved away. Losing her was really hard because I’d grown up with her. We’d attended the same church and the same homeschool groups, and we’d even played soccer on the same team. But Alexis isn’t the only friend I’ve lost in my life. Many of my friends have been “friends for a season.” Even though it’s not fun when a friendship ends, it’s not unusual.
I’m going to be honest with you: I’ve never gone through a breakup, so I don’t know how much it hurts or how long it takes to feel better. But if you’ve broken up with your boyfriend and you regret it, my heart goes out to you. And my hope is that this post will encourage you to keep moving forward instead of turning back.
Last year, I shared a post about a Bible study plan I wrote for YouVersion (which you can find on my Freebies page). But I actually wrote another Bible study plan for YouVersion, and it's now available to access (and it's free)! This plan—entitled This Is Not Your Home: A 3-Day Devotional on 2 Peter 3—is designed to help believers have hope in the present, knowing their future home isn't in this broken world.
If you’ve ever seen the movie Tangled, you can probably recall the amusing song “I’ve Got a Dream” that Rapunzel and several other characters sing about their personal aspirations. The song’s message is simple: Everyone has a dream, and every dream is special no matter how unconventional or unrealistic it is. It’s not unusual to hear or read similar messages from Christians. But even though many Christians emphasize the importance of having (and chasing) their dreams, God’s Word doesn’t.
I recently shared a post with three ways you can pray for the single girls in your life, but as you pray for them, you may wonder how to show them kindness in everyday life. Maybe you’ve been married for decades and have several kids, so singleness isn’t something you think about often. Or maybe you recently got married and want your single friends to know you haven’t forgotten about them. No matter what season of life you’re in, these ideas for loving single girls are applicable.
In recent years, I’ve noticed an unsettling trend among guys who claim to love the Lord. No, I’m not referring to the rise in porn addictions, though that sin is definitely becoming more prevalent. Before I tell you what trend I’m referring to, I want you to know that this post is meant to build you up, not tear you down. As your sister in Christ, I want to help you live out your calling—and this is a major part of it.
I attended a small Christian college in Tennessee, and my experience there was positive overall. The college’s aim of preparing students to make a difference in the world was admirable. I realize not every Christian goes to a Christian college though—and that’s okay! No matter where you choose to attend college, there’s one thing you need to know that will shape your college experience—and the rest of your life.
Tizzie's Tidbits of Truth 