According to the National Institute of Justice, an estimated 90 percent of children who become victims of domestic sex trafficking, were already victims of sexual abuse. Further, 50 to more than 90 percent of said victims have spent time in the child-welfare system.
Relationships
Virginity Doesn’t Make You a Better Christian
It was such a small comment, but it clearly reflects something many of us raised in Christian homes subconsciously believe: That being a Christian = Being a virgin and Being a virgin = Being a Christian.
What are We Waiting For? Finding the Truth Under the Purity Lie
“If you want to keep your heart a live wire instead of a lump of tissue, pain is going to be unavoidable.”
The Art of Making Friends: 3 Ways You’re Unknowingly Rejecting Life-Giving Friendships
“As much as you might try to quit it, friendship is literally woven into your bones. With every breath you take, you are entirely dependent on the life breathed into you by a God whose entire existence is a living, breathing, friendship of three [Father, Son & Holy Spirit.]”
Dear Sixteen Year Old Me
“You Can’t Fix Her”: To the Man Whose Wife Has Anxiety
“Anxiety isn’t a one size fits all, it isn’t consistent and it isn’t always easy to tell. You might think she’s just snapped at you, but it was anxiety that did it. You might think she’s angry, but it’s the anxiety that’s got a choke hold. You might think she’s not enjoying herself when you go out and it’s your fault, but it’s not. It’s anxiety.

