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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."

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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’

“You pointed out my stretch marks every chance you got. So I did my best to keep them hidden.”
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“You pointed out every time I looked like I had gained weight. So I started eating less every day. You pointed out every single flaw I had. So I lost every bit of confidence I had.

I did everything I could to be what you wanted. I did everything you told me to do. It still wasn’t good enough. You left me for a younger prettier girl. Someone you could mold and shape into what you wanted. Like you tried to do with me. And up until a few months ago I blamed myself for everything that happened. You blamed me too.

But finally I started to see the truth.”

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.