Crystal
Crystal grew up as an army brat in a household full of domestic and sexual abuse. She felt isolated and had low self-esteem from a [...]
Brittany
At a very young age, Brittany’s parents divorced. She was raised by her mom, who took good care of her and gave her everything she [...]
Krystle
Krystle grew up in a very violent and impoverished community. While both her parents were physically abusive, her dad was addicted to drugs and her [...]
Katie
When Katie was a freshman in high school, she found out that her parents were getting a divorce. The following year, during track practice, a [...]
Sarah
Sarah spent years trying to manage multiple addictions. She would finally get a grip on one and then another would spin out of control. Her [...]
Taylor
As a pastor's kid, Taylor grew up in the church and loved her childhood. In high school, she found out that her Dad had cancer. [...]
Katie
Katie grew up in a loving family that went to church every Sunday. She knew about God but never had that personal relationship with Him. [...]
Sophia
Sophia grew up in Liberia, Africa. Throughout her childhood, she suffered from instances of sexual abuse, which led to isolation and fear of men. [...]
Messy Hair, Messy Prayer (Guest Blog: NaSHEville)
Growing up in southern Christian culture, I was raised with Sunday bests and smocked outfits and seasonal centerpieces. And I’m incredibly proud of my upbringing! [...]
The Importance of Community
In 2020 I realized the importance of community. Towards the beginning of the lockdown, I began to struggle spiritually without the Christ-centered community that supported [...]
Ginger
"Jesus truly met me in my darkness and brought so much peace, joy, and light. He healed my heart, healed my body, and restored my joy."
Sydney
"Coming out of Mercy, I can finally say I am not defined as depressed, but I choose to live in God’s joy every day. I am no longer misunderstood, but I have a voice and a Father who understands and loves me."