Now, onto some information about my personal life and how it will impact the posts I make on this blog. I have struggled with depression and anxiety since I was 12 years old. My struggles with the two disorders have unfortunately had negative effects on my life, but I am thankful that I have both. Through my experiences with them, I have found myself better able to relate to teens who have the same diagnosis. One of the most fulfilling experiences I've had is helping teens who are struggling with depression and anxiety and bringing them to Christ.
When I struggled with depression, I found that even though I didn't want anything to do with God, He was the only one who could give me the feeling of complete peace and from my disorders. Over time, I've viewed my disorders as less of a curse and more of a blessing from God. They're a way that God has me minister to other young girls.
Here are some more positive things about me. Thanks to God's blessings, I am engaged to my high school sweetheart (picture of us below), who is majoring in Youth Ministry. We've been together for nearly four years (our anniversary will be this April)! I'd love to talk more about us, but that will likely come in a later blog post. One of the most important impacts he's had on me and my faith is through the inspiration I get from witnessing his walk with God. Right now, he interns at my home church and it's so amazing to watch him grow in his ministry. His future ministry has impacted me so much and inspired me to desire to pursue middle/high school girl's ministry.
As for my interests/activities outside of school, I enjoy being a camp counselor at a local Christian camp during the summer, working at the campus library, playing video games, scrapbooking, and
So...why blogging?
There are many reasons I've chosen to begin this blog. Here are a few of them:
- I want this blog to be a resource for young girls (middle school, high school, and even college-aged girls) who wish to pursue a deeper relationship with Christ.
- To use my experiences in the issues of sexuality, purity, and relationships to influence other young women.
- To use my experiences with depression and anxiety to reach out to other struggling teenagers.
- To document my personal growth in my walk with Christ and as a future teacher.
- To write about pressing issues concerning theology. There is so much misinformation about the Gospel that permeates our society and I hope to add my voice to the issue.
So buckle up, darlings! I'm so excited to be starting this journey with you all. I hope this blog will help strengthen your walk in Christ, or, at the very least, give you a different point of view to consider!
Love,
Jennifer xo
