God Didn’t Promise Me Children

Regardless of what the future holds, God has promised to redeem my pain. If you’ve struggled with infertility, my heart goes out to you.

Womanhood is complex. Like a certain comic-book heroine, we can be strong, compassionate, and many other things all at once.

Now that you’re engaged, are you wondering how to find a mentor couple that guide you through the unknown of married life? We’ve got tips on what to look for.

For some, complex emotions abound on Mother’s Day. So, how do we comfort those who don’t feel joy on this holiday?

Racial trauma can cause powerful physical and emotional responses. Find ways to receive your friend’s story with empathy and openness.

My daughter granted peripheral vision for people marginalized around the world. Yet the Bible’s understanding of the disabled is indispensable for us all.

For some, it’s social media; for others, binge watching your favorite show. Read about how to minimize digital distractions in your marriage.

When we truly listen to someone’s story, we can help others feel known and seen the way Jesus did. Here’s how to dig in and ask good questions.

When it comes to faith, deconstruction can feel threatening—maybe leading to faith-death. But what if we should all be deconstructing at some level?

I learned a lot from my NFL days; I even became a Christian thanks to a teammate. But some things—especially in marriage—can’t be learned on the field.

Social justice might feel like a side note to making disciples. But as we cultivate faith in and around ourselves, could it be more vital than we thought?

“Can you help me tell my story—my testimony in a genuine, not-weird way, so I can share the hope I have?” We’ve got your back. Try ideas like these.

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Racial tensions complicate relationships—but we need trust, kindness, & connection more than ever. How can we reach toward people of color in authenticity?

How can I make people of color feel welcome in my group or church?

What if living “sent” is more than what you do? Professor Heather Holleman offers ideas from her time at Penn State to embrace evangelism as an identity. She offers tips to forming genuine connections and living on purpose in your neighborhood. What could God do in your community?

Race-based trauma cuts deep. On Real Life Loading…, Shelby Abbott hosts former NFL pro and now-pastor Dr. Derwin Gray—who’s got straight talk for all sides about America’s racial divide, and thoughts on how to heal.