This morning I read an article by Albert Mohler on how the #metoo movement has come to the Evangelical movement, specifically the Southern Baptist Convention. He expressed surprised by the emergence of this crisis and responded in humility throughout the article. And as much as I respect his humiliation and call to action, I cannot […]
In case you missed the announcement, life coach Jessica Lacy Driscoll and I are hosting a one-day retreat for women – Stronger: Experience Your True Strength. Join us in Long Beach on Saturday, May 5 for a retreat that gets beneath the false messaging and invites you to experience the true strength God has given […]
I Can’t Keep Quiet By Jen Manglos (Note: Don’t miss out on my special announcement at the bottom of the post!) Cuz no one knows me no one ever will If I don’t say something, take that dry blue pill They may see that monster, […]
That Glass-Throated Woman By Emily Ruth Hazel* (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) I am that woman, thirsty for more than she can carry. Trudging to the well, she wears a shawl of shame. The unforgiving sun beats down. Noon in desert country: the loneliest hour, the […]
Empowered to Minister By Jen Manglos (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) I was recently introduced to the story of Jarena Lee, an African American woman who pastored in the early 1800’s. Let that sink in for a moment. Lee felt called to pastor, but was told no […]
The Double-Edged Sword of Strength By Sarah Cruz (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) Ask anyone who knows me . . . they’ll most likely use some version of the word “strong” to describe me. I used to play roller derby, I love CrossFit and weightlifting, surfing and […]
Courage To Be Me Jen Ip (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) What defines strength for me may not be what strength means to you. From this moment forward, here lie my ideas of strength, with courage to be vulnerable and the bravery to say, This […]
Model and Empower Lydia Lockhart (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) I grew up hearing my mom preach every Sunday. My dad would get us ready in the morning, and we would walk with my brothers in the stroller down the street a couple blocks to […]
Finally Jessica Lacy Driscoll (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) I wondered for years if there was a place for me to be myself fully with a man. I’m energetic and sharp. I see things below the surface and have the courage, and sometimes just the […]
When We Roar Amanda Macadam (Note: if you missed the introduction to this series, be sure to read it first.) As a naturally shy and quiet child I grew into womanhood with the “traditional” belief that female spirituality was rooted in respect and quietness. But what happens when this posture becomes dishonest and there are […]
I recently came across a journal my Mom kept while I was in hospital at the age of 14. I have scoliosis, AKA curvature of the spine, and underwent surgery to correct the curve and install some hardware to keep my spine straight. No surprises, it was the most physically painful experience of my life. […]
This dazzling city comes to life before my eyes, with space ships, a vibrant city life, and technology so advanced that it’s hard to even fathom. I gaze in wonder, eager for more glimpses of this afro-futurist city. This place does not exist. Like many, I went to see Black Panther this weekend – P.S. […]