Single Space

With the recent controversy that has come out over the Redeeming Love movie, Grace shares her hot takes on prostitution, Christianity and film, how to interpret the book of Hosea, and how what you watch affects sexual energy. Gospel Coalition Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/redeeming-love/

In this episode we talk about having a “tool kit” prepared for when spit hits the fan on a spiritual, physical, and emotional level.

What do animal shelters and dating have in common? It turns out a lot! On this episode we talk about how we can go into dating knowing what we want and what we don’t and also with the expectation that no one is perfect.

This week we break down Ephesians 2:10 and talk about the good work that God has prepared for each of us and what that means for us right now as singles.

Being alone and being lonely are not the same. Singlehood helps us navigate being alone while not being lonely and the benefits that come from that. Friends: https://anchor.fm/singlespace/episodes/Finding-Friends-Post-Pandemic-eq358. Contact me: https://purposefulsinglelife.com

You are not alone! Single Segment was designed for you to hear from other singles. Each month I interview one person to talk about their thrills and challenges of being single. This month, I interview fellow podcaster, motivational speaker and founder of Gospel-Centered Autism Awareness Movement. We cover it all: Asperger’s, contentment, dating, theology and singlehood. Dave’s podcast: https://che...

Today Grace shares some encouragement about the New Year! She also has a big announcement at the end!

Sometimes it’s hard to get into the Christmas spirit. On this episode Grace shares a few things to encourage you when you don’t feel like celebrating.

2021 has proven to be every bit as challenging as 2020, yet despite all that, there is still a reason to be grateful. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of gratitude and practical steps you can take towards being thankful on a daily basis.

Waiting is hard. Today we talk about how waiting doesn’t have to equate to doing nothing. We talk about how God is active in waiting and how you can be active in waiting too.

We all have crap. Singlehood is a chance to find your own and clean it.

Society has somehow announced that you haven’t arrived if you aren’t married and there’s something wrong with you if you aren’t dating, but it’s ok to be single. This episode dives into the challenges but also the thrills of singlehood.

Grace talks about deconstructing the “Christian girl complex” when it comes to being picky, hearing the voice of God, and feeling like you have to marry the first person you meet.

You attract who you are. You may not be able to pick out your spouse right now but there’s a lot you can to do prepare to find your person. We talk about how counseling, getting a sex education, sacrifice and more can prepare you to be the person you want to marry. Share your thoughts using the link below or by sending a email to info@purposefulsinglelife.com https://anchor.fm/singlespace/message

As we wrap up the miniseries on purity and sexuality, we contrast the “try before you buy” argument with building trust and embracing the unknown in a society that seeks to do the opposite.

As we continue with the miniseries on purity and sexuality we are going to discuss sexual integrity. We are going to get really practical on the definition of sex, contraception, what to do when you’ve messed up, self pleasing and how you know you are “crossing the line.”

We’re continuing on in our miniseries on purity and sexuality. Today we’re talking about sex—yep that’s right we’re doing a deep dive into church history and sex, how churches can foster healthy conversation about sex, and a call for a second Sexual Revolution.

As we continue our miniseries on modesty and sexuality, today we discuss the two extremes in the modesty culture and how to honor God, honor others, and honor yourself with the way you dress. We talk about mutual responsibility for guys and girls. Modesty tips for guys and remove the tomboy label. I’d love to hear your thoughts! Share them using the link below or by sending a email to info@purpose...

Continuing on in our miniseries on purity and sexuality, I bring in my pastor friend AJ to talk about the history of the purity and modesty culture in the church and how we can do a better job in the future of having conversations about purity, sex, modesty, and homosexuality.

This episode delves into three practical ways that we can fight the purity battle.

We’re beginning a new miniseries on purity and sexuality. This episode debunks two purity myths: that purity is all about sex and that purity is a list of dos and dont’s. We’ll discuss why debunking these myths is important and how you can broaden your definition of purity.

It seems like there’s a lot that we give up as singles. We experience loss of relationships, jobs, careers, you name it. If you’re in that place today, I share a couple of things that have helped me and I know will help you.

We’ve all head the adage good things come to those who wait. We’re going to discuss how this mindset corrupts dating.

With the divorce rates skyrocketing and finding love seemingly unattainable we find ourselves asking what’s the point? Today we’re talking about the two greatest threats to love and marriage and how to overcome those challenges.

In 2020 I went on 20 dates and in this episode I share my 5 biggest takeaways from debunked myths about love and romance to understated cliches we hear all the time.