What kind of relationship do you have with your mother?
• great, we're very close
• pretty good, we get along most of the time
• okay, we have our tough moments, but we keep trying
• not good, we fight more than we get along
• awful, we're either fighting or not speaking to each other
• my mother's passed away
5 (un)Real Role Models Fictional female characters deserving of our admiration
by Kelli Trujillo Gifted for Leadership Blog
Snow in April Life doesn't always meet my expectations.
by Carla Barnhill From TCW's Walk With Me blog
Carbonated Holiness Laughter is serious business by Carolyn Arends CT, April 2008
Get Over It! How to avoid being easily offended by others' actions or remarks. by Dori Harrell TCW, March/April 2008
Count Your Surprises The high spots of my life have been anything but expected.
by J.I. Packer CT, March 2008
Overwhelmed Feeling overwhelmed isn't a sin, but it is a case of distorted perspective. by Susan Arico Gifted for Leadership, March 2008
Hidden Hurt I never guessed my "perfect" friend had secret struggles.
by Carla Barnhill Walk With Me blog, February 2008
Under Covers How I overcame my secret addiction to steamy romance novel
by Elizabeth Marvin TCW, January/February 2008
Rx: Relax Even my moments of leisure were filled with activity and noise. by Andrea Bianchi TCW Editors' Blog, January 2008
Moving Day What packing up my grandpa's possessions taught me about my things by Camerin Courtney TCW Editors' Blog, January 2008
When the Monster Attacks I kept dwelling on how I should be the one looking that good. by Nancy Kennedy TCW Walk With Me blog
Home for the Holidays Why I long resented visiting relatives by Andrea Bianchi TCW Editors' Blog, December 2007
Christians and Cosmetic Surgery? Five women discuss the nature of true beauty and "improving" on God's creation. Moderated by Jeanette Gardner Littleton TCW, November/December 2007
Counting Her Blessings In good times and bad, TV news anchor Deborah Norville believes in the power of gratitude. interview by Dawn Zemke TC, November/December 2007
The Beauty of Tears How I've made peace with my weepiness by Camerin Courtney TCW Editors' Blog
Recovering "Nicely" This superficial, neurotic need to have everyone like me was awfully tiring. by Nancy Kennedy Walk With Me blog, November 2007
What I'm Learning About … Loving the "least of these" by Camerin Courtney Walk With Me blog, October 2007
Thick Skin Why do I let criticism affect my self-worth? by Carla Barnhill Walk With Me blog, October 2007
I Need Help Why admitting that is actually a great display of strength by Camerin Courtney TCW Editors' Blog, September 2007
The Gift of Gluten How losing my health has helped me find my body. by Andrea Bianchi TCW Editors' Blog, August 2007
Invisible Christian Women Why do I feel like an outsider at many women's ministry functions? by Camerin Courtney TCW Editors' Blog, August 2007
"I Used to …" How many talents had I let burn out? by Andrea Bianchi TCW Editors' Blog, July 2007
I Love, Therefore You Are Why the modern search for self ends in despair. by Mark Galli CT, June 2007
Burned-Out Volunteers I'm exhausted by all the things I do at church, but I'd feel guilty if I took a break. What should I do? Answer by Christin Ditchfield TC, May/June 2007
Honor My Mother? How could I—when she'd caused me so much heartache? by Myra Langley Johnson TCW, May/June 2007
Desire Happens You see, you want. Then what?. by Agnieszka Tennant CT, March 2007
"Ordinary" Delights Let us praise the consoling banality of good. by Agnieszka Tennant CT, March 2007
Faith Without Borders 7 ways to become a cross-cultural Christian. by Siri L. Mitchell TCW, March/April 2007
Starfish on the Shore A Haitian pastor's compassion reminded me that God is calling each of us to share his hope—one need at a time. by Julie Ferwerda TC, January/February 2007
70 Effective Resolutions In several sittings over a one-year period, Jonathan Edwards drafted these 70 resolutions by which he governed his life and ministry. by Eric Reed (and Jonathan Edwards) LJ, January 2007
Merry and Meaningful 12 ways to make the most of your holidays. by Jeanne Winters TCW, November/December 2006
Radical Gratitude What a dying friend taught me about being thankful "in all things". by Mayo Mathers TCW, November/December 2006
Look at All the Lonely People A radically old way to reach out to a friendless culture. a Christianity Today editorial CT, November 2006
No More "Poor Me" 4 ways to cancel your pity party. by Grace Fox TCW, September/October 2006
Losing Weight—from the Inside Out To change the way you look, you first have to change the way you see. by Dr. Nick Yphantides TC, September/October 2006
When Life Begins Everything we do—at any age—either moves us toward or away from God's call on our life. by Michael Bruner Faith in the Workplace
8 Single Principles What are the keys to starting and growing a ministry that reaches singles? A panel of singles pastors agreed that every singles ministry—small or large—is based on 8 specific principles. by Brian Mavis Outreach, May/June 2004
Virtual Community Do I need to go to church since I can find fellowship online? by Nancy Ortberg TCW, July/August 2006
Alone with God The healthy effects of taking a break. by Chuck Tompkins Leadership, May 2006
The Upside of Envy How to turn the "green-eyed monster" into a force for good. by Koren Wetmore TCW, May/June 2006
No More Christian Nice Guy Author Paul Coughlin broke out of a passive lifestyle and wants to help the men in your life do the same. by Camerin Courtney TCW, March/April 2006
The Truth About Deceit Most lies are pitiful attempts to protect our pride. by David P. Gushee CT, March 2006
Up Close & Personal: Stasi Eldredge Bestselling co-author of Captivating talks about restoring women to be who they were meant to be. by Mary Darr MOMSense, March/April 2006
To Be Happy in Jesus Are evangelical Christians really happier than their neighbors? by Sarah Pulliam CT, March 2006
Crossing the Divide Even in the church, race divides more than it unites. Here's how to build a bridge. by Debra Akins TC, January/February 2006
Learning from Fools The safe thing to do with power and possessions. by Andy Crouch CT, Feburary 2006
Sleep Therapy In search of a counterculture for the common good. by Lauren F. Winner B&C, January/February 2006
When Two's a Crowd Is it OK for a single Christian woman to share an apartment with a man when it's not sexual? by Frederica Mathewes-Green TC, March/April 2004
Growing Pains I pleaded with God to take away my chronic headaches. Sometimes grace hurts. by Eileen Sommi TC, July/August 2005
Halfway to Heaven Remembering who God made you to be can help you navigate the midlife blues—and add joy to the journey. by Jo Kadlecek TC, July/August 2005
Dad's New Date How do I cope with my father's adultery? by Leslie Parrott, Ed.D. TCW, March/April 2005
A Jewel of a Writer Bret Lott is a true-blue evangelical who writes literary fiction that New York takes seriously (and that Oprah loves). by Lauren F. Winner CT, June 2005
Contemplating a Career Change? One out of four of us is contemplating making a career change. Here are a few market-tested, biblical tactics to consider before making the leap into that new job. by Brian Ray Faith in the Workplace, posted 10/20/2004
Choking on Anxiety How to stop worrying and start giving your concerns to God by Charles Swindoll TC, March/April 2005
Gutsy Single Girls Meet eight women who tackled their dreams all by themselves TCW, March/April 2004
The Singles Challenge It's not easy being single in a couples' world, but God has better things for unmarried believers to do than obsess over finding a mate. by Margaret Feinberg Christian Reader, March/April 2004
Confessions of a Former Smoker I gave God my life, but he wanted my addiction as well. by Lynn Gauthier TCW, November/December 2003
The Heart of Hospitality How I learned it has absolutely nothing to do with having a home worthy of Southern Living. by Lauren F. Winner TCW, November/December 2003
The Thin Cage Constantly thinking about how much you weigh? A former chronic dieter takes on our obsession with being skinny. by Jane Johnson Struck TCW, September/October 2003
25 Ways You Can Make Difference! Think one single person can't make a positive impact on the world? Think again! by Camerin Courtney TCW, September/October 2003
When Stress Strikes What to do with it before it does you in. by Dr. Les Parrott June 2003
Why Do We Do It? A close-up look at why we seek relationships. by Drs. Leslie and Les Parrott June 2003
A Sobering Truth I thought getting dry would solve my problems. So why was I still in despair? by La Shawn Barber TCW, May/June 2003
A Decent Proposal How to take the high road in a low-rise, skin-is-in society by Dannah Gresh TCW, May/June 2003
Love Others as You Love Yourself Developing a solid self-concept is perfectly possible if you go about it the right way. by Neil Clark Warren February, 2003
Make Yourself Irresistible The attitude you present to the world is your key to being irresistibly attractive. by Neil Clark Warren February, 2003
Overflowing Love Five ways to be more affectionate. by Neil Clark Warren February, 2003
Surviving the Splurge How to get out from under holiday debt—and stay out! by Katrina Baker TCW, January/February 2003
Six Steps to Contentment Everyone is searching for the secret of contentment. by Neil Clark Warren January 2003
Heal Your Hurts for Better Relationships Every relationship, in a sense, gives you another chance to resolve issues you didn't get squared away in a previous one. by Les & Leslie Parrott January 2003
White as Snow Was Glorianna Wilson really the right person to play the angel in this year's Christmas pageant? by Liz Curtis Higgs TCW, November/December 2002
Especially for You 20 gifts with purpose—and a small price tag by Kathi Hunter TCW, November/December 2002
Tradition! Old and new, quaint and quirky, creative memories can enrich our lives in many ways. by Amy Nappa TCW, November/December 2002
Discovering a Healthier You Christian wellness professional Ruth McGinnis offers tips to help you feel better and more balanced physically and spiritually. by Amy M. Tatum TCW, September/October 2002
What Single Women Wish You Knew The married woman's primer for befriending the unattached. by Camerin Courtney TCW, May/June, 2002
Still Single I never dreamed I'd be 40something and unmarried. by Dee Gray TCW, January/February 2002
Resolution Solution 6 great ways to make your goals stick by Joan Esherick TCW, January/February 2002
Cyber Christmas How to net holiday bargains online. by Ellie Kay TCW, November/December 2001
Living Single 4 strategies for avoiding the common pitfalls of singleness. by Elizabeth Powell TCW, November/December 2001
Go Ahead—Dream You'll be surprised at what God will do! by Stacey Padrick TCW, September/October 2001
Women in the Wild Through the valleys and peaks of our mountain journey, we each too one more transforming step in the life-long adventure of walking with God. by Nicole Phinney TCW, July/August 2001
It's Just a Number How I made peace with my scale. by Audrey Barcus TCW, May/June 2001
My Mother, My … Friend? 7 secrets I discovered to growing closer. by Julie-Allyson Ieron TCW, May/June 2001
Facing Failure You may be surprised at what you find! by Verla Gillmor TCW, May/June 2001
Am I Too Needy? I don't want to scare guys away. by Diane Mandt Langberg, Ph.D. TCW, March/April 2001
Loose Lips Are they sinking your relationships? by Ramona Cramer Tucker TCW, November/December 2000
Mad About Me! Learning to love your body can help you feel better about yourself. by Karen Scalf Linamen TCW, November/December 2000
Status: Single! 21 reasons to enjoy the state you're in. by Ginger E. McFarland TCW, September/October 2000
Need a Confidence Boost? Discover these secrets to liking yourself more. by Verla Gillmor TCW, May/June 2000
Single Minded What I learned when I stopped focusing on getting married. by Lori Smith TCW, March/April 2000
Proud to Be Modest Author Wendy Shalit rattles the female establishment with a hip appeal to tradition. by Lauren F. Winner CT, January 13, 2000
Mom For a Morning Sitting with little David took me to the manger. by Mary E. Flynn CR, November/December 1999
Making Christmas Your Own Forging new traditions can be tricky—but worth it. by Kelsey Menehan TCW, November/December 1999
Seeing Green Don't let envy color your view of life. by Nancy Beach TCW, September/October 1999
Move Over, Cindy Crawford! I have a thing or two to tell you about beauty. by Rhonda Wheeler Stock TCW, May/June 1999
What Have You Done for YOU Lately? 12 ways to give yourself the special treatment you deserve. by Camerin Courtney TCW, March/April 1999
Too Much Stuff! If life's clutter's got you down, try these secrets to simplifying. by Mayo Mathers TCW, January/February 1999
Only the Lonely Where to find comfort when you're feeling alone. by Verla Gillmor TCW, November/December 1998
