I got married when I was 21. In years passed that was considered average or even old. Now that’s considered young. Often too young. Did you know that, according to brides.com, the average age for marriage is on the rise finding that “only 29% of Americans age 18-34 were married in 2018, compared to 59%ContinueContinue reading “The Churches Role In A Generation Of Singleness”
Author Archives: Bethany Joy
She Created Culture: Rising Up To Call Her Blessed
So, last week I told the story of how my mom chose life… even when it called for sacrifice. Well, my mom’s willingness to give of herself didn’t stop when I was born. She continued to give and sacrifice for the many years to follow. If anyone has created culture in my life, it’s her.ContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: Rising Up To Call Her Blessed”
She Created Culture: A Story Of Suffering, Sacrifice, and Joy
As I wrap up this series, I’ve a story yet to tell. See, I’d be greatly amiss if I told you the stories of all of the amazing women in my life but failed to mention one in particular… if I didn’t tell you about one more very special human who has made, of allContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: A Story Of Suffering, Sacrifice, and Joy”
She Created Culture: When She Prays…
Hi, everyone! As we continue the discussion on women creating culture… today seems like a good day to introduce you to my Mamaw. My sweet, amazing, forever young Mamaw. (Pretty sure she’s going to outlive me.) The most incredible milkshake maker. (By hand, people, and you can totally taste the love). The queen of YahtzeeContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: When She Prays…”
She Created Culture: A Beauty AND A Beast
I remember the day my brother first mentioned a girl named Hannah. They’d gone out that evening and he and I were chatting afterward. Sean and I had always been close and as a protective and slightly jealous little sister, I’d always worried that Sean might marry someone I didn’t know or didn’t like. AndContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: A Beauty AND A Beast”
She Created Culture: My College Roomie
As you might already know, my parents moved from Mississippi to Montana to church plant when I was 18. Well, with my parents heading cross country, I was moving out and in need of a roommate. But you see… although it’s quite common for 18 year olds to be off on their own and livingContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: My College Roomie”
My Apologies, Friends
I received an e-mail from a friend the other day. A friend who has often encouraged me to keep writing and striving to show grace… to point people to the Gospel and to God’s Word. Whether I agree with them or not… whether they’re “conservative” or “liberal”, red or blue, right wing or left wing.ContinueContinue reading “My Apologies, Friends”
An Open Letter Of Thanks
A letter to the truckers and everyone there with you… Thank you. Thank you for what you’re doing. Thank you for sitting in your truck day after day after day after day… for you, for those you love, for Canada… maybe for the world. Thank you for standing for what so many are thinking andContinueContinue reading “An Open Letter Of Thanks”
She Created Culture: Rainbows, Unicorns, and Monster Cookies
“Do you like being a mom?” My six year old comes up with the best questions. I knew my answer, of course, but I wanted to ask Ryan a question first. “Ummmm… well, do YOU THINK I like being a mom?” “Yeah!” came his quick and confident reply. I was honestly a little relieved. See,ContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: Rainbows, Unicorns, and Monster Cookies”
She Created Culture: The Beauty Of An Open Door
“Where did you get your ideas for designing your living room?” my soon to be married friend asked me from across our dinner table. “I’m trying to collect some ideas!” The question caught me by surprise. It’s not a question I’d often been asked. I’m not the best at knowing what’s “in” or updating myContinueContinue reading “She Created Culture: The Beauty Of An Open Door”
My Family Freedom 