Social Pressure, Body Image, and Looks Maxing: A Christian Perspective
The idea of shaping external appearance is not a new one and not even an inherently bad one. It is completely appropriate and natural. Scripture affirms this physical care for the body:
“After all, no one ever hated their own body, but they feed and care for their body, just as Christ does the church—“ (Ephesians 5:29)
As followers of Christ, the question I think we need to be asking is, “to what extent is our care about physical appearance appropriate and ordered?” By nature, humans have a tendency to take something that can be good and elevate to a place of obsession—even to a place of idolatry.
Does God Want Women to Be Weak?
It’s strange to me now that a younger Bonnie used to get ruffled by this New Testament passage that directs husbands to act like gentlemen. “Live with your wives in an understanding way,” said wise ‘ol Peter, “as with a weaker vessel.”
A weaker vessel. Why did he have to say it like that? And why did it get tucked in as part of the inspired Word of God? Are women actually weaker? And if so, does God want women to be weak and passive?
How Hallmark Movies Reveal What Women Really Long For
Millions of women tune into Hallmark every year—and it’s not because of weak plots or predictable endings. It’s because these stories quietly affirm something deeper about a woman’s design that modern culture keeps denying.
The Love About Truth
In an age where the church is tempted to give in to moral relativism or harsh judgment, this article explores how Christians can follow the way of Jesus—speaking truth with love, conviction with compassion, and grace without compromise. Discover how to stand firm in biblical truth while reflecting the heart of Christ in a culture that desperately needs both.
When Glory Fades: The Emptiness of Life Apart from Jesus
We live in a culture that glorifies self—self-expression, self-discovery, self-fulfillment—but apart from God, our glory always fades. Like a tree cut off from the sun, our souls wither when disconnected from the Source of life. In this article, Bonnie Pue explores the profound truth that there is no glory for man separate from the glory of God. Drawing from Romans 1, she reveals how humanity’s pursuit of independence from our Creator inevitably leads to emptiness and brokenness, yet how God in His mercy calls us back through Jesus Christ. This piece is both a warning and an invitation—to turn our faces once again toward the Son and find abundant life, healing, and hope in Him.
Don’t Get Played By Porn Culture
The evidence is piling up. Whether they realize it or not, this generation is being influenced by porn culture and it is having dramatic affects on their relationships and their perception of self. Most folks within the church would still admit that porn-consumption is a “no-no”, recognizing the link between it and the prohibitions against lust found within Scripture. But, is the church equipped to recognize the deceptive messages that are being pumped into culture through porn?
How to Talk to Your Kids about Sex
How can we talk with our kids about sex? As we learn to think differently than the culture around us, the way we speak and the choices we make will begin to change. And that will have a direct affect on our sexuality.
So whether you are a youth leader, a mom or dad, a counsellor, an educational assistant, or a grandparent, these are a few truths you can cling to as you approach conversations about sex with young people
Am I Addicted to Porn?
Your identity is not in your addiction—it’s in Christ. That truth is the foundation from which all deep healing begins.
And if you're someone who thinks, “It's not that big of a deal, I only look every now and then,”—you might want to buckle up. Addiction isn’t only about frequency. It’s about compulsion, secrecy, and ignoring the consequences of your behaviour. Let’s get after it.
How to Be Clean Again
As we have ministered with churches over the last number of years, bringing messages about God’s design for sexuality, we have recognized the way that sexual experiences deeply mark people—they feel unclean. We’ve heard countless confessions about how bypassing God’s moral instructions has caused them to feel defiled. And the shame, left unaddressed, has amplified to the point where they isolate themselves. They keep secrets and draw back. But this is not God’s heart for people!
Pixels vs. Personhood: The Impact of Technology on Human Identity and Relationships
Discover how AI, deepfake technology, and robotics are transforming human identity, sexuality, and relationships. Explore the ethical and spiritual implications of a world where technology blurs the lines between reality and artificiality. Are we losing what it means to be truly human?
You're Not Alone
In generations past, humanity lived in community and had to work hard to find moments of seclusion. In our day and age, most live in seclusion and are straining to find moments of genuine community. We have to rewrite "normal" if we are going to pull culture up out of this relational nose-dive that we're in.
Organic Dating Relationships
I’ve heard people say that they want their relationships to be organic. They are usually referring to a sense of the connection not feeling forced, but it got me thinking—what are the practical lessons we can apply to relationships to help them grow more organically?
First of all, we need to acknowledge that “organic” does not mean “easy”.