Tag: marriage

Guest Post: 7 Thoughts from a Married Woman Healing from the “Purity Culture”

September 18, 2017 September 18, 2017by Jessica

Today, I am excited to share a guest post with you. Rebecca Lemke is the author of The Scarlet Virgins: When Sex Replaces Salvation. I value the perspective she brings…

True Love Does Not Wait: Are You Waiting for all the Wrong Reasons?

August 3, 2017 August 2, 2017by Jessica

We're talking about the idea of purity right now and I have to wonder, why so much of the Christian faith seems to center…

Should We Stop Talking About Purity?

July 31, 2017 July 30, 2017by Jessica

Purity was a big deal in the 90s. I grew up with purity rings, purity pledges, purity conferences, books, and songs. But, as an…

Question Girls Ask: What Characteristics Should I Look For in a Future Husband?

June 23, 2017 June 23, 2017by Jessica

Recently, I was speaking in New Zealand and had the opportunity to do a city-wide all women's Q & A specifically addressing the issues…

I Don’t Pray for my Future Husband

February 13, 2017 February 15, 2017by Jessica

When I speak at college or high school events, sometimes I'll get asked about the practice of praying for my future husband. More and…