Allison Barron

Like wearing bow ties, being yourself is cool. Sure, your real self may be rejected, but the more you practice vulnerability, the better you get at it.

Being single is hard. Being in a relationship is so much easier because you have someone to help you share life’s burdens — right?

Close relationships require sacrifice, compromise and humility. But there are some things you shouldn’t completely give up for the other person.

Sacrifice is a significant part of any healthy relationship. So what are the things we should be willing to give up for the sake of another person?

I’ve never had to decide whether someone dies or lives. But I have had to make choices that affect other people.

Saul terrorized Christians despite their cries. I think he’d identify with these fictional characters who did great evil, but discovered change is possible.

The Bible is full of stories about violent acts done in God’s name, but Jesus presents an alternative during His stay on earth: acting as a healer rather than a warrior.

Here are a few examples of singles who inspire me by choosing to be content in their situations.