tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-231730782012-01-04T14:20:05.951-05:00This blog is a guide for those who aren’t married (widowed, divorced, never been married) to maintaining a celibate lifestyle. Sex was created to be shared between a man and a woman who are committed to each other in marriage. We’ll talk about celibacy, how to make a covenant with God to remain celibate until marriage, dating tips for the celibate single and all other topics relevant to celibacy and living a Christ-like lifestyle.Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.comBlogger561100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-55436212378473573632007-07-26T19:52:00.000-05:002007-07-26T20:00:33.184-05:00

I know there have been times when I've posted encouraging words about not giving up, giving in, etc. But, at this junction in my life, I'll have to give something up: this blog. Although I've enjoyed writing it and getting the few encouraging comments; I have got to let it go.It's not just the lack of response and following -- I'm going through a really tough time in my life and I must commit to

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-56845261586483228902007-05-29T20:24:00.000-05:002007-05-29T20:26:02.178-05:00

I'll be on maternity leave for the next four weeks or so... please check back on or about June 30. My baby came five weeks early and weighed in at 4 pounds and 9 ounces. We're doing well... keep us in your prayers.

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-89196694261711484312007-05-15T11:13:00.000-05:002007-05-15T11:23:46.132-05:00

I’m having one of those days. You know the kind: fearful, worrisome, not necessarily great and not bad… a need to organize, clean my area in order to move forward in life. You know what I mean. Oh, well if you don’t can you just hang in there with me for a minute while I share (read: vent!)?There’s no way I’m going to bore you with all the gruesome details of everything that seems to be going

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-69567110392296145172007-05-10T18:39:00.000-05:002007-05-10T18:41:29.634-05:00

We all may be aware that God does not view any sin as greater than another sin. For instance, he doesn’t look at a murderer and say, “You’re worse than an adulterer or a thief.” But, for a lot of us, committing murder is a greater sin.So what do you do when you get in a situation where someone has committed a sin against you that’s considered greater than other sins? You may easily forgive your

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-68372651273296429512007-05-04T11:49:00.000-05:002007-05-04T11:53:43.093-05:00

This is one of those books that you should probably read for yourself to get the entire gist; however, I thought I would give you a few teasers to get you started on incorporating some secret principals in your life.“The Secret is the law of attraction! Everything that’s coming into your life you are attracting into your life. And it’s attracted to you by virtue of the images you’re holding in

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-47992146439818552832007-04-26T11:24:00.000-05:002007-04-26T11:44:42.073-05:00

Unless you live at the top of a mountain without any connection to civilization and what’s current in the news, you’ve heard of “The Secret” by Rhonda Byrne. I, like a good majority of people, picked up a copy of the book after seeing it – and the people involved – featured on Oprah. Then, what seemed like all of a sudden, several people I knew were talking about it.Don’t worry; I’m not going to

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-8992363065510855502007-04-11T18:33:00.000-05:002007-04-11T18:36:59.665-05:00

I am in the midst of doing some research for a magazine article when I came across this article, written by Dr. Creflo A. Dollar who is the bishop of World Changers Church International. It's part one of a series so you'll have to check back for the other articles.Pastor Dollar has spoken at our church (Word Of Faith Family Worship Cathedral) and I know his beliefs are in line with the word of

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-89080232508832169292007-04-10T20:02:00.000-05:002007-04-10T20:25:22.872-05:00

I don't normally get a chance to watch live television so I record different shows that I like to watch everyday including Oprah. Well, about a week ago I had the chance to watch the show where Oprah had a pastor on there talking about a bracelet his church distributes to help people stop complaining. Forty-five minutes hadn’t passed since I watched the show and I wrote the website in my journal

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-7764777864505936822007-03-30T21:31:00.000-05:002007-03-30T21:34:10.837-05:00

I know the success of a blog depends on regular posting, but this mom of 4.5 is taking a little vacation. Not only will I be getting away from my environment, but I'm also taking a technology vacation -- my laptop will be left behind!I'm sure I can survive without email and Internet searching. Please check in after Wednesday, April 4th... have a great weekend!

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-88853175442591835362007-03-29T15:38:00.000-05:002007-03-29T15:52:24.184-05:00

I was going to write an article about how to worship God and the difference between prayer and worship. If you remember from my March 25th post, my pastor Bishop Dale C. Bronner said worship is one of the ways we get to know God. So, I was going to expound on that a little.Well, I went to a site that I recently discovered while I was doing research for an article for Atlanta goodlife magazine (

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-2166832399389137442007-03-26T12:19:00.000-05:002007-03-26T12:23:30.840-05:00

I was doing some web surfing, as I often do, and came across a very interesting site (Urban Ministries Inc. at http://www.urbanministries.com/) that is promoting a DVD that you must see: "Have You Found Your SoulMate?" Urban Ministries touts it as being "a must-see for women and men, SoulMate is a gripping cinematic journey into the realities facing many of today's single and saved African

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-74691822378188180742007-03-25T21:11:00.000-05:002007-03-25T21:15:07.872-05:00

Today, during the 11 a.m. service at my church, my bishop (Pastor Dale C. Bronner) gave some interesting points for single individuals on how to initially determine if someone is the right person for you. It was based on this acronym: F.A.C.E.S.Although I didn’t write down all the key points under each letter, I thought you might find what he had to say interesting.Family background – you need to

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-37338297769091863232007-03-22T10:17:00.000-05:002007-03-22T10:19:05.690-05:00

In the International Version of the Bible, I John 3:11-18 says this: 11This is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another. 12Do not be like Cain, who belonged to the evil one and murdered his brother. And why did he murder him? Because his own actions were evil and his brother's were righteous. 13Do not be surprised, my brothers, if the world hates you. 14We know that we

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-19095754194196511532007-03-13T14:22:00.000-05:002007-03-13T14:26:43.496-05:00

One of my most favorite things to do is wake up in the morning, open the blinds and gaze at the tree in my backyard. The tree has gotten so big that it pretty much fills up the view that I have, but I often strain to see around it at the other things that are going on… the cat pouncing on something I can’t see, the neighbor’s flowering bush, the squirrel balancing on the fence… it’s all an

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-23041366599091097032007-03-09T13:01:00.000-05:002007-03-09T13:06:10.055-05:00

Why are teenagers standing up and publicly declaring their promise to remain celibate until marriage, but adults are cringing, commenting anonymously and avoiding the subject altogether? And, on the flip side of things, are the declarations of these teenagers making a difference in their ability and desire to remain celibate (or abstain, like some like to say) until marriage?Whatever the answer,

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-14229094314314791672007-03-07T15:21:00.000-05:002007-03-07T15:32:58.016-05:00

One thing that I’m finding extremely important is that a person should prepare for a relationship before they’re even in a committed, steady or marital relationship. So, that’s what we’re going to talk about today.Now, I’m no expert when it comes to relationships. In fact, I can probably tell you all kinds of things NOT to do when you’re in a relationship, but what I do know is that you must

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-51648480295156961752007-03-02T13:07:00.000-05:002007-03-02T13:12:15.936-05:00

This post is dedicated to Doris Lee. Thank you for touching my life.If you recall from my last post I mentioned two young women who I knew who died recently. Although I’ve been doing what I told you I would by focusing on ensuring that I’m living a life God wants me to live, I still had a few questions in the back of my mind. And, true to God’s word, He has answered my prayers and

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-90859000393426211242007-02-14T20:21:00.000-05:002007-02-14T20:24:55.967-05:00

Within the past seven days two women I knew have died. They were both about my age. I’m 38. When I heard about the first lady, I was saddened and surprised. I was told that she was “found dead” at her home and when the pastor of my church announced her death and upcoming memorial service he said she “slipped away.” How is a young woman “found dead” and how does she just slip away? I knew she

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-34972628649736653962007-01-16T19:36:00.000-05:002007-01-16T19:55:35.427-05:00

I was recently searching some blogs just to see what's out there when I came across a blog called God is for Suckers. I'm not trying to give that blog and its author advertisement, but I was really baffled as to why someone would attack or post something so... well... hmm, I can't even come up with a word for it.I was going to post a comment to simply ask them why they started a blog such as that

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-91913465700752697512007-01-09T16:54:00.000-05:002007-01-09T16:56:04.760-05:00

This past Sunday’s service at my church, Word Of Faith Family Worship Cathedral, was really powerful. Our bishop, Pastor Dale C. Bronner, didn’t deliver a message, but said he felt led by God that we should all pray.Throngs of people approached the alter and knelt in reverence to God. We prayed, worshipped, cried, shouted, sang… well, you get the picture. Right before we started to pray, Bishop

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1167917224230679702007-01-04T08:10:00.000-05:002007-01-10T11:18:16.828-05:00

Happy New Year!I’m doing something a little different today: I’m posting a book review I wrote about Robin McGraw’s book “Inside My Heart: Choosing to Live with Passion and Purpose.” This post is more for my female readers, but I encourage everyone to read it.Enjoy.When I’ve watched Robin McGraw with her husband, Dr. Phil, on television, she appeared to be a centered person and a down-to-earth

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1166563283408505412006-12-19T16:19:00.000-05:002007-01-04T22:56:30.996-05:00

Or should I say: “Isn’t God amazing?” Sometimes I walk into a room and I hear my husband talking to someone on the phone and my name will pop up. I always wonder, “Oh no! What is he telling someone now?” Come to find out, nine times out of 10 he’s talking about this blog.Well, that gives me mixed feelings. Not in a negative way -- just in a weird, writer, creative person sort of way. I start off

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1165432788870620652006-12-06T14:18:00.000-05:002006-12-06T14:19:48.910-05:00

Today is the first day in over a month that I’ve visited my own blog! I can’t believe it has been so long. Although I apologize for being away; I’m not sure that I would have done any good had I tried to write an entry.Before I get started, let me first say that I just read my previous post and I think it’s awesome! Please forgive a little patting on the back. The reason I say it is awesome is

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1162223792218858002006-10-30T10:54:00.000-05:002006-10-30T10:56:32.223-05:00

This subject – seeking God’s face – comes up so often that it’s something that obviously needs everyone’s in-depth attention. Why is seeking God’s face so important?To answer this question I’ve been taking a look at myself. Maybe in taking this journey with me, you’ll realize or discover something about yourself.The other day I was thinking about what I believe is the sorry state of certain

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1161718431766289702006-10-24T14:21:00.000-05:002006-10-24T14:33:51.790-05:00

A bad relationship, that is.One Sunday my family and I were listening to the radio (107.9 in Atlanta on Sunday mornings has gospel rap, R&B, etc.) on our way to church. The topic was dating and their guest was Ty Adams the author of “Single, Saved and Having Sex.”There were a couple of things that stood out to me that I wanted to share with you:“We date while we’re wounded… there’s nothing cute

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1160774598102742732006-10-13T16:21:00.000-05:002006-10-14T10:13:51.426-05:00

I’ve been batting that topic – Spiritual Antenna – around in my head since I last updated this blog. I’ve been meditating on it, thinking about it, considering it and waiting for some direction with it. And the conclusion I’ve come to is that my spiritual antenna is either turned off, broken or on the wrong frequency.The sad thing is it can happen often -- to me and to others. We’re in a society

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1159496693775762562006-09-28T21:23:00.000-05:002006-09-28T21:24:53.813-05:00

I don’t know if any of you have noticed how some people straddle the fence on certain issues. I think the reasons vary: Some just don’t want to take a stand for fear of hurting someone else’s feelings. Others are too busy trying to be politically correct. And, still others are afraid of what someone might think of them.What we should be worrying about is what God thinks of us. As my pastor (

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1157995439055009852006-09-11T12:21:00.000-05:002006-09-11T12:23:59.056-05:00

For the last few Sundays my pastor, Bishop Dale C. Bronner, has been preaching on the subject of The Year of Restoration. He says there are five areas of restoration, which he’s going to reveal to us. The first is Restoration of Borders and the second is the Restoration of the Joy of Salvation, which he taught this past Sunday.During Sunday’s message he said inequity is a sin of the heart, and if

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1157643919950510762006-09-07T10:18:00.001-05:002006-09-07T10:45:19.963-05:00

I am extremely appreciative of some of the comments that have been made and would like to bring them to your attention. Check out the comments on these previous posts: September 1 -- Don’t try to trick GodAugust 15 -- Having sex can be like a splinter in your fingerAugust 3 -- Share the knowledgeReview the comments and, if you like, give your input. As always, I am interested in your testimonies,

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1157156770193939512006-09-01T19:25:00.000-05:002006-09-02T01:48:30.220-05:00

I was having a conversation with my husband when he said something that I found really interesting. He said, “I hope she doesn’t try to trick God.” Although I would love to tell you the specifics of the conversation and the person he was referring to, I can not for fear of accidentally revealing her identity (without her permission) to the cyber world – and possibly someone who actually knows

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1157062048854994552006-08-31T17:00:00.000-05:002006-08-31T17:07:28.856-05:00

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9 (NIV)You’re going along minding your own business when someone says something that bothers you about something you’re doing. Did that sentence make sense? Okay, let me try this: You’re sitting at your favorite coffee house, sipping some joe and flipping through a magazine.

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1155672699481323462006-08-15T15:10:00.000-05:002006-08-21T16:22:27.656-05:00

That seems like an absurd statement, I know. How in the world can I relate having sex to getting a splinter?According to Dictionary.com, a splinter is “a sharp, slender piece, as of wood, bone, glass, or metal, split or broken off from a main body.” Normally we experience splinters when we run our finger or hand across the object (most often wood) and a piece breaks off under our skin with just a

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1155308021665703152006-08-11T09:49:00.000-05:002006-08-11T09:53:41.696-05:00

Sorry I'm late. By the time I finished writing my post Blogger was performing maintenance.Not too long ago, I gave you ideas on what to do for a date instead of spending time alone in a dark, quiet place where the potential for intimacy is great. It dawned on me; however, that we haven’t talked about obtaining the date. You know… asking someone to go on a date with you.For some of you this may be

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1155157972176264492006-08-09T16:10:00.000-05:002006-08-09T16:12:52.256-05:00

This is a small portion of a conversation that I had with a close friend some time ago. I came across the hard copy, which was originally published in my church newsletter, and thought it appropriate to share with you because of where you are in this stage of your life.Before I go on, let me assure you that all of my posts won’t be “deep.” I just try to write what I feel in my heart that the Lord

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1155066693560590582006-08-08T14:50:00.000-05:002006-08-08T14:51:33.576-05:00

I sat down at my computer today with the intention of writing something enlightening, encouraging and inspiring… unfortunately, nothing came to mind. Ha! I can only laugh because that’s often the plight of a writer.I’ve been a writer for 11 years and I’ve stared at a many blank screens. I remember sitting in the newsroom at my first reporting job and staring at the screen hoping and praying to

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1154637816852099212006-08-03T15:42:00.000-05:002006-09-02T12:43:32.526-05:00

You’ve read my ideas about dating now I’m challenging you to get a little creative and share your ideas with everyone. What creative ideas do you have for “safe” dating? What have you tried? What works and what doesn’t? Remember, this is not only a blog, but I like to think of it as a forum where we can share ideas, thoughts, opinions, etc. Besides, it makes things a

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1154456838928411662006-08-01T13:24:00.000-05:002006-08-01T13:27:18.946-05:00

When my husband and I were dating we probably spent way too much time alone at my comfy little townhouse. It wasn’t that we wanted it that way, but I had a young daughter who I made sure went to bed at a decent hour and I didn’t really have anyone to watch her if I wanted to go out more often.Spending a lot of time at home put us in the position to be too intimate. BUT we didn’t have sex. In fact

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1154144869218831232006-07-28T22:24:00.000-05:002006-07-28T22:47:49.956-05:00

My husband and I recently attended a seminar, which discussed marital relationships and how to enhance them – specifically in the bedroom. Well, I’m not going to go into detail about that, but I will tell you that there were a couple of comments made by the female presenter (they were a husband and wife team) that gave me pause.Before you think I’ve run amiss; keep reading… this really does have

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1153240456211953082006-07-18T11:27:00.000-05:002006-07-18T16:40:19.376-05:00

I wanted to bring your attention to the comment from Pastors Tony and Kim Moore (http://www.radicallove.blogspot.com/) on the July 11th post. Here’s what they wrote:Although, the Bible does not seem to address and take a position on masturbation, it is found in a broader category that scripture is definitive about: Taking Matters into Your on Hands! The bible never endorses us serving or

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1152895267786571772006-07-14T11:33:00.000-05:002006-07-19T13:21:44.633-05:00

The following comment was made to my previous post:What a bunch of nonsense! Masturbation is normal, healthy and fun, one of the joys of life in fact. If the Catholic Church allowed priests to have sex, at least masturbate, it wouldn't be in the moral and financial ruin it is today. Some people are truly living in the dark ages and I truly feel sorry for them...and you! I'm sure you won't allow

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1152667824011970962006-07-11T19:54:00.000-05:002006-08-27T02:36:37.483-05:00

… I had an interesting conversation with a young man concerning self-gratification (and you know what I mean) as it pertains to being a Christian. I could not speak expertly on the subject nor could I find any reference in the Bible. I did however remember a Pastor/Psychologist who spoke briefly on the topic. In a nutshell, he did not say it was sinful and wicked. He did say it would be

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1152241716215859422006-07-06T22:05:00.000-05:002006-07-06T22:08:36.226-05:00

I chuckled when I typed that title. My reason was to explain that I've been sick for the past seven days, which has prevented me from keeping up with all of my responsibilities. Thus: I didn't break my word "on purpose."It's funny how often we'll use that excuse. You know what I mean: "I didn't do that on purpose." It could be "hurt your feelings," "lie to you," "put a dent in the car," "not wash

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1151685288578846532006-06-30T11:31:00.000-05:002006-07-03T11:09:44.333-05:00

Really. I mean it. Take a breath. With all that’s going on: career, family, hobbies, church, activities…uh, reading my blog! When do you take the opportunity to just relax and take a break?Try it now: Inhale (through your nose). Exhale (through your mouth). Again: Inhale. Exhale. Inhale. Exhale.Okay. I don’t know about you, but I definitely feel better.I was having a little panic attack in the

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1151455811061448682006-06-27T19:48:00.000-05:002006-09-05T23:39:05.196-05:00

Has anyone thought, “I wish I’d never had sex then I wouldn’t have to make this covenant?” or “It would be so much easier to abstain if I were a virgin.” Shame on you… that’s not necessarily true. SIDEBAR: There we go again thinking that the grass is greener on the other side.The fact of the matter is virgins also struggle with abstaining from sex. For some, they don’t have a mental picture of

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1150991411531805752006-06-22T10:48:00.000-05:002006-06-23T10:30:54.686-05:00

The previous post (yesterday’s) caused such an uproar or, should I say, backlash. Let me be clear: I believe that while you’re single you should focus on being single. I am not saying that I believe you should never get married. Yes, I did say that in my experience it would be in your best interest to remain single as long as possible.You know the old saying, “The grass is always greener on the

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1150946207965626212006-06-21T22:15:00.000-05:002006-06-21T22:16:47.966-05:00

I’ve been thinking a lot about being married, which a lot of you know that I am. Why in the world is a married woman writing about celibacy? Seems odd, huh? Not really. Check out my bio for more information on that, but I’ll just tell you that I haven’t always been married. I’ve had to deal with being a single Christian just like you’re doing now.At the time I decided to live a celibate lifestyle

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1150501273475167822006-06-16T18:38:00.000-05:002006-12-03T14:13:17.426-05:00

How many of you are surprised by today’s title? Well, don’t be. What you should be surprised with is how many unmarried Christians are having sex: about 70 percent.The reason for my title is that a friend of mine recently asked me if I had updated my blog. “Yes,” I said, “On Thursday.” He said, “Good, the weekend’s coming.” And he laughed.I wasn’t that tapped into what he was saying because my

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1150334914029339972006-06-14T19:05:00.000-05:002006-09-01T09:16:51.983-05:00

Putting your covenant in writing can be … uh, well… fun – for lack of a better word. For someone like me who likes to be a little creative, putting the covenant in writing is fun. First, type your covenant. There’s no tried and true way that it has to be worded, but here is a general example for you to follow:I, insert your name here, have committed to a celibate lifestyle until I am united in

Petula Wrightnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23173078.post-1149883672251562252006-06-09T15:04:00.000-05:002006-06-09T20:33:48.383-05:00

While shopping with my oldest daughter the other day, I saw an old friend who told me he had viewed my blog and thought it was great! “A lot of people need to read that… it’ll help a lot of people including me,” he said. He had one suggestion though: Update often!When I started writing this blog I told you I would update at least twice a week, but a couple of weeks ago I had some problems at home

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Posting to a blog regularly has proven more difficult than I originally anticipated; however, despite my recent absence I am back and ready to continue.Once you’ve made your promise to God to remain celibate until marriage and obtained a symbol of your promise (like the ring I told you about on March 28th), write your promise down and have someone witness it.“People need to always find somebody

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I’m taking a break from my regular posts to tell you a little more about myself. As you’ve read in my profile, I am a writer and editor with about 11 years of experience. However, what you don’t know is: I’ve known since I was 10 years old that I wanted to be a writer. That year, for my birthday, my brother gave me a journal … what we called diaries back then. And, at the risk of using a trite

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Imagine getting all hot and heavy with your current love interest and wrapping your arms around their neck. You're kissing and stroking... You move in for a tight hug, open your eyes and spot the ring.You’ll say, “Whoa!” Well, at least that’s what you should say. That ring should be an instant reminder of your covenant with God to remain celibate until marriage and not put yourself into a

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Now what? You’ve made your commitment – covenant – with God to remain celibate until marriage (or, just to remain celibate, if that applies)… and I know you’re wondering what you should do now.Step 1: Make the covenant.Step 2: Obtain a symbol of that covenant.Pastor Bronner said there’s always a sign of every covenant. For instance, when God made a covenant with Noah that He would never destroy

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It was during 2000 that Michael McNeely revealed he initially had some trepidation about making the single's covenant. “When I first thought about making a covenant, there was a certain fear,” he said. “It was more than just telling myself that I won’t have sex. Making a covenant is more serious. It’s a binding thing – it’s finality.” Michael, who at the time was the single’s ministry leader at

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You know the story: You’re single and you’ve been praying for a spouse “forever,” but it’s not the right time. Despite your frustrations – physical and otherwise – you are determined to do what’s right. Or perhaps you haven’t been praying for a spouse and don’t desire to get married, but want to live a right or godly lifestyle.The best news about this is: God is your biggest supporter of your

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Let’s get the “business” out of the way first. For our purposes here, sex was created to be shared between a man and a woman who have committed to each other under the covenant of marriage. There are many people who believe this to be true and wish to live a godly lifestyle, but have a difficult time doing so. What I’m presenting here is information to assist them in doing that. For those who don

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