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Celebrating Advent - Week 4
In this final installment of the Advent series, we close with the anticipation of Christ’s return one day!
Celebrating Advent - Week 3
In week 3 of this series on Advent, we learn Jesus is preparing a place for us before His return.
Celebrating Advent - Week 2
In week 2 of this series on Advent, we take a look at the birth of Christ.
Celebrating Advent - Week 1
What is advent? And as a Christian, should I celebrate? Is this 4 week series on Advent, I share the importance and value of celebrating Advent during the holiday season.
What Parenting Taught Me About Obedience to God
We want to do our own thing and oftentimes it rebels against God. Even if we don’t see it that way, deep down, our flesh fights to trump God. But obedience is a beautiful thing and I share what God taught me about it through parenting.
Crosswalk Article // 7 Things Congregations Need to Hear from Pastors about Healthy Sexuality
We’ve often ignored or flat out got wrong conversations about sex in the Church. In this article for Crosswalk, Brittany Rust shares 7 things pastors should be communicating to their churches about sex.
What Does the Bible Say About Conflict Resolution?
Conflict with a friend, co-worker, or fellow church attended is rarely handled well. Gossip and talking about the issues with everyone but the other party is often the go-to for people upset. But what does the Bible say about conflict resolution?
The Danger of Sexual Liberation in the Church
There’s a movement gaining steam in the Church that wants to designate all sexual activity permissible as long as no one gets hurt. But there’s a danger here and in this post, Brittany shares what that is.
New Crosswalk Article // How to Trust Again After You've Been Burned
How do you trust someone again after they’ve hurt you? Brittany shares what the Bible says and how you can find restoration in this Crosswalk article.
The Bible on Church Discipline and Confronting Sin
Church discipline—for some it stirs up emotions like fear, anger or resentment. For me, they remind me of a beautiful fire I went through. Yes, church correction/discipline is biblical but there is an order to it. And yes, there’s a proper way to confront it in a friend’s life as well. Learn what the Bible says about both in this post from Brittany Rust.
Facing the Storm to Find Your Healing
When the storms in our life come, we often want to turn around and run the other way. We’ll do whatever it takes to avoid the pain and trials. However, in order to find emotional healing, we must learn to face that pain and walk through the storm.
Focus on the Family Church Leadership Article // Shepherding Families Who Are Walking Through Miscarriage
As a ministry leader, how do you navigate the heartache of miscarriage with families in your church? In this Focus on the Family article, Brittany Rust shares insight on how to do this well.
Crosswalk Article // 8 Bible Truths to Remember in an Unhappy Marriage
In this Crosswalk article, I share 8 biblical truths to remember when marriage gets hard.
A Real Kind of Love
We wonder how to love others but we only need to look at how Jesus loved the disciples just before the cross. True love serves others.
Discrimination Within the Church: Where Do You Stand?
We still fight gender, race, and other biases in the church. And while many Christians believe they don’t have any, there are moments of discrimination at the micro-levels of your thoughts and behind-closed-door comments. Where do you stand?
NEW Crosswalk // What Christian Women Should Know About Masturbation
Is masturbation a sin and how should we respond to it as Christian women?
Sex, Grace, and Everything in Between
Sexuality has been blurred but what does the Bible say about lust, sex, pornography, masturbation, and more?
What is Intercessory Prayer and Standing in the Gap?
Standing in the gap is an intercessory prayer that bridges the gap between God and a person of prayer.