There is a unique kind of grief that comes with parenting alone after once being married. You remember what partnership felt like. You remember what it was like to share responsibilities, to make decisions together, to build a life with someone who stood beside you. And then, one day, life changes. Whether through loss, divorce, or separation, the reality becomes the same: you are now raising your child on your own. Not because that was always the plan. But because life took a turn you never...

There is significant behind-the-scenes discussion about how advice from married Christians could potentially further discourage single Christians. Let's talk about it! Understanding Both Sides First off, I just want to say that I totally get where both sides are coming from. There was a time when I was that well-meaning married woman dishing out advice to single Christians, thinking I was really helping. But looking back, I realize a lot of what I said probably didn’t hit the mark as much as...

Friendship is one of the most beautiful and misunderstood aspects of dating. We’re often told, “Be friends first,” and while that advice holds wisdom, it can also become confusing when friendship begins to look, feel, and function like a relationship—but without clarity, commitment, or direction. In healthy dating, friendship is a foundation, not a hiding place. Why Friendship Matters in Dating Friendship allows you to: See someone without the pressure of performance Observe character over...