Exclusive Content:

Why Are So Many Christians Deconstructing Their Faith?

In churches across America, a quiet but consequential conversation...

Mom Gives Birth to Family’s 1st Boy in 50 Years

"I just knew I was having a girl."

Parents, It’s Your #1 Job to Get in Your Kids’ Way at All Times. Kids Do Not Deserve Privacy.

I am an assistant principal in a middle school (grades 6-8). When I have to search a student's cell phone, I often get sick to my stomach at what I find. It gets worse and worse every year.

An Open Letter to Ex: ‘I’ve Finally Gotten My Confidence Back’

[/caption]

“You laughed at me and told me I looked ridiculous when I dyed my hair red when we were together. So a week later I dyed it back blonde.”

blonde
facebook.com/brittaney.shane

“You would always point out if I was wearing too much makeup. (Winged eyeliner and mascara most of the time) So I just stopped wearing it.”

11745503_926452170754131_5542353656608053535_n
facebook.com/brittaney.shane

“You told me tattoos and piercings were tacky and ugly. And would try to take out my belly button ring every time you saw it. So I took out my piercings and didn’t get any more tattoos.”

Kelsey Straeter
Kelsey Straeter
Kelsey is an editor at Outreach. She’s passionate about fear fighting, freedom writing, and the pursuit of excellence in the name of crucifying perfectionism. Glitter is her favorite color, 2nd only to pink, and 3rd only to pink glitter.

Why Are So Many Christians Deconstructing Their Faith?

In churches across America, a quiet but consequential conversation is unfolding. It often begins with a question—sometimes whispered, sometimes posted publicly on social media....

Mom Gives Birth to Family’s 1st Boy in 50 Years

"I just knew I was having a girl."

Parents, It’s Your #1 Job to Get in Your Kids’ Way at All Times. Kids Do Not Deserve Privacy.

I am an assistant principal in a middle school (grades 6-8). When I have to search a student's cell phone, I often get sick to my stomach at what I find. It gets worse and worse every year.