Girl DefinedAfter 12 years of infertility along with a painful history of recurrent miscarriage, Zack and Kristen recently announced their PREGNANCY. They give God all the praise and glory for this miraculous and unexpected answer to prayer!
Kristen and Zacks Incredible Pregnancy Journey and StoryGirl Defined2024-06-17 | After 12 years of infertility along with a painful history of recurrent miscarriage, Zack and Kristen recently announced their PREGNANCY. They give God all the praise and glory for this miraculous and unexpected answer to prayer!
#girldefined #christianwomen #christianparentsThe pressure to be “perfect” was too much!Girl Defined2024-10-18 | ...Purity culture wrecked my view of womanhood 😫Girl Defined2024-10-17 | ...Do We Regret Wearing Our Purity Rings?Girl Defined2024-10-17 | The two of us grew up at the height of the purity culture movement. We read the classic "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" and every other Christian book on courtship. We dated intentionally, wore our purity rings religiously and saved our kisses for marriage.
- Do we regret wearing our purity rings? - What was the impact of purity culture in our lives? - How are we going to raise our kids differently?
#girldefined #purityculture #christianwomanMade to Be She | Official Book TrailerGirl Defined2024-10-16 | PRE-ORDER NOW: https://a.co/d/fUBjsN7
What does it mean to be a woman? This simple and straightforward question has now become so complicated that even the most highly educated in our society cannot answer it.
Why? Because according to modern experts, anyone can become a woman. Lipstick, high heels and a shaved beard can now turn any male into a female.
Without even realizing it, many of us are building our lives on the toxic ideas of feminist womanhood or falling prey to the legalistic views of religious womanhood. As a result, many of us are confused and miserable.
As Christian women, we must get back to a balanced view of womanhood that is built on Scripture alone. We need a gospel-centered understanding of femininity that threads the needle of embracing what the Bible teaches without adding our own culturally informed ideas to it.
Womanhood is not a man-made idea constructed from ancient traditions and cultural trends, it’s a God-designed reality that He established from the beginning of time.
You were MADE TO BE SHE, on purpose and for a beautiful purpose.
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedGirl Defined REACTS to their First Video (Is it Okay to be Obsessed with Guys?)Girl Defined2024-10-09 | Our first Girl Defined YouTube video was published in 2016 and has become the target for countless reaction videos. Today, WE look back at this video for the first time and give our own reaction. What would we change? What would we keep the same? Do we agree with our younger selves? Let's find out.
#girldefined #christianwoman #biblicaltruthKRISTENS BIRTH STORY (After 12 Years of Infertility)Girl Defined2024-09-30 | After 3 miscarriages and 12 years of infertility, having a baby seemed like an impossible dream. Then, to my complete astonishment, God answered our prayer! In the summer of 2024, I gave birth to our precious daughter, Caroline Marie. Holding my daughter for the first time was a moment I will never forget. Here’s my birth story.
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedMillennial Women Have Been Lied to About Marriage, Motherhood, and Work w/ Suzanne VenkerGirl Defined2024-09-25 | What if everything secular western culture tells you about womanhood is WRONG?
As modern women, we've been told that men are the "standard of success" and we should do what they do. In the name of equality, women have been pulled out of their homes, have rejected their fertility, and are killing themselves to "level the playing field" with men.
What if you've been lied to about womanhood? What if you've been sold a bill of goods?
In todays' conversation, we're talking to Suzanne Venker about the TRUTH of womanhood and what actually makes for a satisfying life.
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedMy singleness feels like a punishment and why I ask guys if they’re watching porn.” w/ Alex ClarkGirl Defined2024-09-17 | Alex Clark has risen to fame through her daily pop culture show, Poplitics. She's a conservative Christian woman with a deep desire to get married and start a family. Sadly, that hasn't happened yet. Despite going on dates and putting herself out there.
I'm taking a deep dive into her life and asking questions like:
Do you think men struggle to commit? Does singleness feel like a punishment from God? How can a woman put herself out there? Should women have higher physical boundaries when dating?
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedIs It My Fault Im Still Single? Why arent Guys Pursuing Me?Girl Defined2024-08-26 | If you're single and wanting to get married, but nobody is asking you out, this conversation is for YOU. There might be more to your situation than meets the eye. From one sister to another, let's get HONEST about what might be keeping you from getting asked out by the guys in your life.
#girldefined #christiansingles #christiandatingA Non-Obsessive Approach to Health, Exercise, and Body Image w/ Lainey GreerGirl Defined2024-08-12 | How do we, as Christian women, balance caring for our health and bodies without obsessing over them? How do we find a Biblically balanced view of body image without comparing ourselves to every other woman on social media? What's a healthy approach to exercise and staying fit?
#girldefined #bodyimage #christianwomanI dont want to have kids... I want to pursue my career! w/ Catherine SegarsGirl Defined2024-07-31 | Trusting God with the size of her family was something Catherine Segars NEVER imagined she would do. She was an actress pursuing a future of fame... not a SAHM. Get ready for a wild story of a woman who put radical trust in God. You are going to laugh, cry, and be convicted in ways you weren't prepared for. Let's jump in.
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedThe Legalistic Trap of Conservative Christian Womanhood w/ Leslie LudyGirl Defined2024-07-16 | Legalism seems to be a constant companion in many conservative Christian circles. The length of ones skirt can become more important than the character of ones heart. Leslie Ludy is joining us on The Girl Defined Show to cast a vision of what true biblical womanhood is all about.
FOLLOW US: Instagram = @girldefined Facebook.com/girldefined Pinterest.com/girldefined Twitter = @girl_definedAre Old Testament Laws Sexist and Oppressive Toward Women? w/ Katie McCoyGirl Defined2024-07-15 | Have you every read a passage in the Old Testament and thought, "What?! Does God even care about women?" If so, you're not alone. As modern Christian women it's crucial that we dig deeper to understand the context, history, and culture of what is happening in ancient Israel. As we do, we'll see that God's laws are actually FOR women.
#girldefined #biblicalwomanhood #christianwomanWe’re CLOSING down the Girl Defined Shop — GirlDefined.com/shopGirl Defined2024-06-10 | ...Kristens Pregnancy Announcement + Our Personal Summer GoalsGirl Defined2024-06-04 | Kristen is pregnant and weeks away from maternity leave. Bethany is getting off of social media for the summer. The two of us want to inspire you to set some goals and make this summer count. Not in the "bucket list item" sort of way. We want to inspire you to grow as a Christian woman and pursue God with your whole heart.
#girldefined #ChristianSummer #christianwoman5 Lies About Motherhood that Most Christian Women BelieveGirl Defined2024-04-26 | Motherhood is one of the most beautiful and complicated callings in the world. You'd give your life for your babies and you feel like you're losing your mind at the very same time. That's when the lies enter your mind. It's crucial as Christian women to turn to God's Word for truth to guide our understanding and perspective on motherhood.
#girldefined #christianmotherhood #biblicalparentingWhy the Kitchen is Actually an Empowering Place for WomenGirl Defined2024-04-19 | Are women bound to a life of misery if they take on this role in the home. Cooking. Cleaning. Caretaking. Sleeping. Wake up. Repeat. Is this brainless work? The home can be either a prison or a gospel flourishing environment. When you create a space for people to build relationships, nourish their bodies, learn, grow and build one another up, it's a life-giving gift.
Allow us to change your perspective in this conversation on the cooking, cleaning and the kitchen.
#girldefined #womencooking #femininityFrom Abandonment, Abuse, and Sex Work to Freedom in ChristGirl Defined2024-04-17 | At thirteen, after being abandoned by her mother one summer and left to take care of her younger brother, Harmon becomes susceptible to a relationship that turns out to be toxic, abusive, and ultimately exploitive. She eventually finds herself working in a strip club under the control of a pimp. Ultimately, she disposers the path to true freedom.
#girldefined #sexualfreedom #christianwomanThe Anxiety Inducing Impact of Social MediaGirl Defined2024-04-17 | Imagine wanting to change your entire lifestyle because of what you see on social media. That is the reality for many women. We see. We want. We get anxious because we don't have. We do whatever we can to achieve that lifestyle. Repeat. Repeat. Repeat.
The anxiety of trying to "measure up" on social media is too much. Let's discuss how we can be rooted in truth and have pease even when our lives are less than Instagram worthy.
#girldefined #socialmedia #anxietyAre Trump, Biden, and Politics Dooming Christian Women to Anxiety?Girl Defined2024-03-20 | Politics has many American Christian women crippled with anxiety. The stress of voting and the ramifications of that vote are weighty. In fact, a few years ago Kristen actually begged her husband to run for president because she was so stressed about the current political climate of the day.
#girldefined #christianwoman #christianpoliticsStruggles of Being a Christian YouTube Couple w/ Paul and MorganGirl Defined2024-03-04 | Paul and Morgan have been braving the world of YouTube for most of their marriage. They've been proclaiming biblical truth and working to point others toward Jesus. It's not always easy though. The pressure to create and produce can be overwhelming. Not to mention the constant pushback and negativity that comes with being in the online space.
In today's episode, Paul and Morgan open up and show us a behind the scenes look at what it really takes to be a Christian youtube couple.
#girldefined #christianyoutuber #christianadviceThe Truth about Biblical Submission in Marriage w/ Shannon PopkinGirl Defined2024-02-23 | Biblical submission has been misunderstood and abused by many throughout history. Should we toss the biblical term OR strive to understand it in the way God intended? Is biblical submission still relevant for modern women?
In today's conversation, we brought on Shannon Popkin to help us with this difficult topic. She's a Bible teacher, wife, mom and amazing mentor to many. She brings truth and light to the reality of biblical submission in marriage.
#girldefined #biblicalsubmission #christianmarriageWill Marriage Fix My Struggle with Porn and Masturbation?Girl Defined2024-02-21 | As a Christian woman, will marriage make all of your sexual struggles go away? Do things like porn and masturbation magically disappear after marriage? Let's talk about.
#girldefined #christianpurity #biblicalwomanhoodShould a Christian Single Woman Pray for Her Future Husband?Girl Defined2024-02-07 | We used to be strong supporters of the "praying for your future husband" concept.
I, Bethany, wrote letters and prayers for my potential husband from the age of 14 until I got married at 30. I spent a significant amount of time contemplating and fantasizing about someone who might not have even existed.
Is it a good idea for single Christian women to concentrate so much emotion and thought on a future husband?In this episode, we'll discuss the advantages and disadvantages of praying for your future spouse.
#girldefined #christiandating #biblicalwomanhoodDeconstruction, Gay Marriage, and the Problem with My Truth w/ Alisa ChildersGirl Defined2024-02-01 | We've seen thousands of Christian women ditch their faith over the past several years. Many came face to face with issues like gay marriage and decided that "hate-filled" Christianity wasn't for them. Is it possible to be a KIND Christian and disagree with others? Does God's Word really stand the test of time?
In today's conversation, we unpack these hard questions with Alisa Childers. A woman who tore her faith down to the bottom and rebuilt it back up again. Let's figure out how to be women of conviction in an ever changing society.
#girldefined #deconstructingchristianity #mytruthDo I Have to Make Homemade Sourdough to be a Proverbs 31 Woman?Girl Defined2024-01-26 | The sourdough biblical womanhood aesthetic is in full force. It seems milking your cow, collecting fresh eggs and wearing a flowy dress are the new standards for biblical womanhood.
Is it though? What does the Bible actually say about biblical womanhood? Does God require us to be barefoot and baking to be a Proverbs 31 woman?
#girldefined #biblicalwomanhood #sourdoughChristian Ladies, put Colleen Hoover’s books in the TRASHGirl Defined2024-01-18 | ...Should Christian Women Read Colleen Hoovers Books?Girl Defined2024-01-17 | Colleen Hoover has exploded onto the scene over the past few years. She is a multi New York Times bestseller and has even outsold the BIBLE in a years worth of sales.
This author has captivated women across the world. Much of the controversy amongst Christian women has been around the erotic scenes in her books. Many say they’re pornographic and downright sinful.
If you’ve heard of or read Colleen Hoover’s books, this episode is for you!
#girldefined #colleenhoover #romancebooksHow to Discern a Guys True CharacterGirl Defined2024-01-10 | Marrying a man of godly character sounds great...but how can you know if he’s ACTUALLY a godly man? You need answers to questions like,
- “What kind of character does this guy have?” - “Where is his heart in regard to what God’s Word teaches?” - “Does he genuinely love the Lord, and is this evident in his actions?” - “Does he uphold God’s Word as the greatest authority in his life?”
In today’s episode, Kristen and Bethany unpack what it takes to truly get to know a man so you can make a wise relationship decision.
#girldefined #christiandating #christiansingleStanding Bold in Gods Design for Your FemininityGirl Defined2024-01-03 | It’s easy to be a fearless Christian woman around people who agree with you. But, what about those settings where people disagree?
Are you willing to stand up for God’s design at work, school, and on social media? Are you truly willing to live an unashamed life of the gospel of Jesus?
It’s time to link arms and live bold and courageous lives for Jesus. Let’s unpack exactly what it takes to be a fearless woman of God.
#girldefined #biblicalwomanhood #christianwomanThey Want to Shut Us Down, but Were Not Going AnywhereGirl Defined2023-12-07 | "This hateful rhetoric shouldn’t be allowed to be published anywhere. Girl Defined should be shamed of themselves for attempting to set humankind back in time to conform to made up beliefs based off a fictional book about a magical sky wizard."
This was a recent comment we received on the Girl Defined Podcast. As our culture continues to take radical steps away from God's Word, we come under regular fire for our Biblically rooted beliefs about gender, womanhood, sexuality, and identity.
Regardless of how many "hate comments" we receive, we press on because we know that true hope is only found in the gospel.
No matter how unpopular it is to stand on God's Word today, we will not waiver. As a ministry, we are committed to the Biblical discipleship of women everywhere. We remain unashamed in our pursuit of God's design for womanhood. We know that the only one who can define us is the one who designed us.
Getting to share true gospel hope with women fuels us to press on.
Whether it’s through our weekly podcast, YouTube channel, books, online mentorship course, online events, or social media platforms — our passion is to help women everywhere understand who God is, and how to embrace their true identity in Him. There is a battle raging for the hearts and minds of the next generation, and we're committed to engaging in this fight.
We need your prayers and support to continue standing on the front lines. Would you consider giving a year-end donation to help us continue the work of Girl Defined Ministries in 2024?
End of year financial need: $30,000
Give your tax-deductible gift by going to www.GirlDefined.com/Donate
#girldefined #christianwomen #christianministryWhy Single Women Desperately Need Sexual MentorshipGirl Defined2023-12-05 | We surveyed hundreds of single women for our book Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart. The answers were unanimous. Single women desperately need help, guidance and mentorship. They shared their struggles with porn, erotica, masturbation and said that they don't know who or where to turn for help.
Married Christian women should be the FIRST ones to reach out with Biblical hope and truth. Married Christian women need to proactively mentor single women in this area. If we won't do it, the world will.
#girldefined #christianwoman #christiansexualityHow to know if he’s the one.✨🤭 #girldefined #christiandatingadvice #christiandatingGirl Defined2023-12-04 | ...Questions i asked on our very first date! #girldefined #christiandatingadvice #datingquestionsGirl Defined2023-12-04 | ...What is surrogacy? #girldefined #surrogacyjourney #fertility #christianwomanGirl Defined2023-12-04 | ...One booty pic isn’t enough 🍑 #girldefined #attractive #posesideas #selfieGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...Do you really KNOW your boyfriend? #christiandatingadvice #christiandating #boyfriend #girldefinedGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...Marriage is between one man and one woman! #girldefined #biblicalmarriage #christianmarriagesGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...170 Questions to Ask in a Relationship #girldefined #christianrelationships #christiandatingadviceGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...Where are my feminine girlies? #christiansexuality #feministmovement #christianfaith #girldefinedGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...Not Part of the Plan GirlDefined.com/shop #christianbooks #girldefined #christianfaithGirl Defined2023-11-27 | ...The NEW Christmas Box is HERE 🎄♥️Girl Defined2023-11-21 | ...What Single Women Can Do to HELP Marriage HappenGirl Defined2023-11-21 | As a single woman, trusting God with His timing for marriage in your life doesn't mean you have to be passive. What if we told you there were biblical and godly things you could do to help marriage happen?? We're unpacking all of that and more with our guest today, Candice Watters. She's the author of, "Get Married: What Women Can do to Help it Happen."
#girldefined #christianwoman #ChristiansingleWhat about the Woman who Doesn’t have a Sex Drive?Girl Defined2023-11-09 | ...God Created Men to Handle Stress NOT WomenGirl Defined2023-11-09 | ...Does Modesty Actually Objectify Women?Girl Defined2023-11-09 | ...Are Men Just Weak Lusting Machines?Girl Defined2023-11-09 | ...Are Feminists Against the Transgender Movement?Girl Defined2023-11-09 | ...Should Christian Women Post Seductive Selfies?Girl Defined2023-11-09 | The booty pics. The cleavage pics. The showcasing the feminine form pics. We've all seen them. We may have even posted them. Some of us have even attached a Bible verse as the caption. The seductive selfie has become a staple for many women's social media feeds. These pics get the likes. They get the attention. It's no wonder many women love to post them.
Should we as Christian women post seductive selfies?