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UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls209. Do I Really Have A Purpose?Finding God’s Purpose with Coach JamieDo you feel like you're supposed to have your entire life figured out by 17? The pressure to choose a career, a college, and a "path" can be paralyzing. But here’s the truth: That pressure isn't from God.In this episode, I’m diving deep into why your purpose isn't a job title you "decide" on—it’s a beautiful path you get to discover through Christ. Whether you’re feeling lost, overlooked, or just plain stressed, this conversation is your reminde...
2026-01-1212 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls208. Girl Talk-God Talk: Do I Have a Purpose?Are you feeling the pressure to "have it all figured out"? In today’s episode, Coach Jamie and her teen co-hosts get real about the big questions: Why am I here? And do I actually have a purpose? We’re breaking down the stress of discovering who God created you to be and looking at what the Bible actually says about your identity. Whether you’re stressed about college, career, or just feeling like you’re "just existing," this conversation is for you. 🌸In this episode, we talk about:How to handle t...
2026-01-0522 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls203. Finding Hope in the ChaosFeeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure with all of the craziness going on in the world, in your family or even in your friend groups?In today’s episode, Coach Jamie is breaking down how to hold onto hope even when life feels chaotic — and how you can live confident, fearless, and anchored in God’s promises every single day.She shares the 3 things every Christian teen needs to remember when anxiety or fear tries to take over:1️⃣ Who God is2️⃣ Who YOU are in Christ3️⃣ The...
2025-12-0113 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls202. Thanksgiving Special: Testimonies, Trivia, & BIG NEWS!This Thanksgiving episode is one giant PRAISE PARTY! 🎉 Coach Jamie shares real stories from girls just like you who have given their lives to Jesus, stepped into confidence, found godly friendships, overcome anxiety, and are shining God’s love in their schools and communities.PLUS—some HUGE announcements are dropping in this episode:✨ A brand-new podcast for teen guys is launching in December!✨ UncommonTEEN is getting three new teen co-hosts!This episode is all about celebrating what God has been doing—and remembering to slow down and thank...
2025-11-2412 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls199. Too Stressed to Rest!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? In this episode, Coach Jamie Kirschner shares how to trade chaos, anxiety, and stress for God’s peace. Learn practical tips like her First 15 morning routine, how to speak scripture over your life, and ways to trust God with the things that feel heavy. Plus, find out how Glow Mail can help you grow in your faith every month!0:00 Intro02:59 Finding Peace through Faith05:00 Practical Steps to Prioritize God08:09 Speaking Pea...
2025-11-0313 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls198. How Do I Hear from God? Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Have you ever wondered, “How do I actually hear from God?” You’re not alone! In this episode, Coach Jamie breaks down what it really means to hear God’s voice — not just with your ears, but with your heart. 💖You’ll learn how God speaks through your spirit, what it means to follow peace, and how the Holy Spirit helps guide you. Plus, Jamie shares practical ways to grow closer to God so you can recognize His voice more clearly.✨ Big Take...
2025-10-2720 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls197. How Do I Hear from God? Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!🎧 How Do I Hear from God?In this episode, Coach Jamie shares two of the four ways you can hear from God — through your conscience and the Bible. She reminds you that God is always speaking and shows you how to tune in so you can navigate life with confidence and peace.You’ll learn how to tell the difference between conviction and condemnation, why your conscience needs to be aligned with God’s Word, and how daily...
2025-10-2019 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls196. Faith-Based Filmmaking: A Journey of Trust with David Alford and Joseph StamHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this inspiring episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, host Jamie Kirschner interviews filmmakers Joseph Stam and David Alford to talk about faith-based filmmaking, authenticity, and the power of storytelling.Hear how their journeys through the challenges of the COVID pandemic shaped their creativity and strengthened their faith. Together, they dive deep into what it means to create films that resonate with both Christian and secular audiences—showing how empathy, honesty, and real-life stories can po...
2025-10-1325 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls195. Ask Me Anything: Real Questions from Real Teen Girls at UncommonTEEN Live!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Ever wish you could ask anything about faith, friendships, or figuring out life as a teen girl? In this special episode recorded live at UncommonTEEN Live 2025, Coach Jamie answers YOUR questions — the real, honest, and sometimes tough ones — about friendships, crushes, comparison, faith, and walking boldly with Jesus in today’s world.From how to deal with toxic friends, to what to do when you don’t like how you look, to understanding faith and works, this Q&A dives into the...
2025-10-0623 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls194. Faith, Fun, & Friends! What to Expect at UncommonTEEN Live!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Join Teen Life Coach Jamie Kirschner as she previews UncommonTEEN Live! Discover how faith can be fun, how you can make new friends, and how your identity in Christ can shine. Get inspired to stand strong, connect with others, and experience community like never before. Support the showWant a little extra sparkle this month? ✨ Grab your December Glow Mail and soak in God's Radiant Love for you! Packed with goodies and encouragement to he...
2025-09-2915 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls193. Where is God When Tragedy Strikes?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week, Coach Jamie addresses the profound question of where God is during times of tragedy. We talk about why bad things happen to good people and the importance of understanding God's love and the authority we have over the enemy, encouraging you to put on the armor of God and stand firm in your faith. Support the showWant a little extra sparkle this month? ✨ Grab your December Glow Mail and soak in God's Radiant Love ...
2025-09-2219 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls192. Why Do I Feel So Left Out?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week on the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie explores the feelings of loneliness and the struggle for identity among Christian teen girls. It addresses the challenges of fitting in, the importance of finding genuine friendships, and the call to embrace your uniqueness and stand out for Christ. Support the showWant a little extra sparkle this month? ✨ Grab your December Glow Mail and soak in God's Radiant Love for you! Packed with goodies and encouragement to he...
2025-09-1520 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls190. Let It Go! It's Time to Forgive!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Hey girls! 🌟 In this episode, we're talking about how forgiveness can completely change your life. Ever felt weighed down by grudges? Choosing to forgive is the only way to walk in true peace. Coach Jamie tells real stories and shares great tips on how to forgive so those people who hurt you no longer have the power to control your emotions or your life. Tune in and see how forgiveness can change your life! Support the showWant a little ext...
2025-09-0117 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls189. AMA: Can I Lose My Salvation? How Do I Know If Somone Is Saved?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this conversation, Coach Jamie Kirschner addresses the fears surrounding salvation and hell, emphasizing that salvation cannot be lost through accidental actions but can be rejected willfully. She discusses the reality of hell, its implications, and the importance of sharing the Good News of Jesus with others. The conversation highlights God's love, the simplicity of salvation, and encourages listeners to overcome their fears in sharing their faith.Chapters00:00 Intro00:32 Is It Once Saved Always Saved or Can...
2025-08-2516 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls188. AMA: How Do I Know If I Am Saved?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this weeke's episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Teen Life Coach Jamie Kirschner addresses the question, "How Do I Know If I Am Saved?" She shares her personal journey of understanding salvation, emphasizing the simplicity of the process. The conversation highlights the importance of faith, grace, and the assurance that comes from believing in Jesus Christ as Lord.Next week, she continues on with part 2 of this series, answering, "Why do we fear hell? And How Do I Know if O...
2025-08-1814 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls187. Building True Friendships with Mental Health Coach Eric GilbertHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this week's episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie interviews mental health coach Eric Gilbert, discussing the importance of navigating friendships, building trust, and encouraging teen girls to embrace their faith. He emphasizes the need for genuine connections and the significance of being selective in friendships. Eric also shares his personal journey and encourages listeners to recognize their potential and availability to God, rather than focusing solely on their abilities.About Eric GilbertEric Gilbert is a...
2025-08-1117 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls186. Overcoming Anxiety with Eric GilbertHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this week's episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie interviews mental health coach Eric Gilbert, who shares his personal journey of faith, the challenges of anxiety, and the complexities of friendships in today's digital age. Eric emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships and the proactive approach to mental health, encouraging listeners to embrace their identity and navigate life's challenges with courage and faith.About Eric GilbertEric Gilbert is a Christian Leadership & Mental Health Coach a...
2025-08-0417 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls185. AMA: How Do I Guide "Fake Christians" Back to Jesus?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie addresses a question from a listener about how to guide 'fake Christians' back to a genuine relationship with God. The conversation explores the importance of prayer, confidence in God's promises, and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding us. Jamie emphasizes building authentic relationships, encouraging others, and living as a light in the world. She also speaks to those who may feel they are living a double life, urging them to be real with...
2025-07-2821 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls184. Called by God: Walking in God's Purpose for Your LifeHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode, Coach Jamie discusses the importance of discovering God's purpose for our lives, emphasizing the need to seek God wholeheartedly. She explains the significance of the armor of God in overcoming challenges and the power of faith and prayer. Trusting God with every aspect of life and understanding His unconditional love are highlighted as essential elements in fulfilling your purpose. The conversation concludes with a call to stand strong against the enemy by relying on God's promises and love.00:00 Introduction...
2025-07-2119 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls183. Called by God: Discovering God's Purpose for Your LifeHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Why am I here? What’s the point of life? Am I an accident? Does God really have a purpose for my life, or am I just existing? We all have that burning question on the inside of us, but did you know that God doesn’t just want you to know that you have a purpose, but He also wants you to know what that purpose is. And when He reveals that purpose for you...
2025-07-1421 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls182. The Power of Purpose with Matthew Faye TerryHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode of the UncommonTEEN podcast, Coach Jamie interviews Matthew Faye Terry, who shares his unique experiences as an English teacher in China and the importance of faith, scripture, and prayer in guiding your life. Matthew emphasizes that God's calling starts now, not someday, and encourages teens to be available for God's work. The conversation touches on the challenges of living out faith in a secular world and the transformative power of prayer and worship.Chapters
2025-07-0714 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls181. How Can I Help My Friend Who's Walking Away from God?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie addresses the challenge of helping friends who seem to be drifting away from their faith in Jesus. She talks about the reasons behind this drift, emphasizing the importance of understanding, compassion, and prayer. Jamie provides practical steps for listeners to support their friends while maintaining their own spiritual integrity, highlighting the power of prayer and the necessity of nurturing one's relationship with God. The conversation concludes with a message of hope, encouraging listeners to trust...
2025-06-3016 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls180. Is It Okay to Lie to Protect Someone's Feelings?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie Kirschner addresses the complex issue of lying, particularly in the context of protecting others' feelings. Through relatable examples and biblical references, she explores the cultural acceptance of 'white lies' and emphasizes the importance of honesty in relationships. The conversation transitions into the spiritual implications of lying, highlighting how it can damage trust and relationships. Finally, Coach Jamie offers practical advice on how to cultivate a habit of truthfulness, encouraging listeners to transform their hearts and...
2025-06-2316 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls179. Identity, Community, and Mentorship with Kaase LevellHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week on the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie Kirschner interviews Kaase Levell. They discuss Kaase's journey through dance, faith, and the challenges of identity and anxiety faced by young girls today. Kaase shares her passion for empowering teen girls through her podcast and ministry, emphasizing the importance of creating safe spaces for questions and mentorship. The conversation highlights the need for early guidance in faith and identity, addressing taboo topics, and building confidence in the next generation.Kaase Levell is a speaker...
2025-06-1637 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls179. Identity, Community, & Mentorship with Kaase LevellHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Kaase Levell is a speaker, podcast host, and spiritual cheerleader for the next generation. As a mom to two tween girls, she launched the bold Q&A-style podcast FR, Let’s Talk, where she answers their burning questions straight from the Bible, equipping them with God’s truth to stand firm, shine bright, and go make disciples—living out being biblically salty and eternally lit.This week on the UncommonTEEN Podcast, Coach Jamie Kirschner interviews Kaase Levell. They discuss Kaase's journey through dance...
2025-06-1638 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls178. AMA: Can I Recover from BetrayalHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode, Coach Jamie Kirschner addresses the painful experience of betrayal, particularly focusing on a young girl's feelings of hurt after her pastor's infidelity. Through biblical examples, including King David and Jesus, she explores the themes of trust, forgiveness, and the process of grieving. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith, seeking support, and understanding that healing is a journey that involves acknowledging one's feelings and moving forward with hope.Chapters00:00 Introduction to The Beautiful Movement
2025-06-0913 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen GirlsAMA: Can You Help Me Overcome This Challenge With My Dad?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode, Coach Jamie addresses a listener's concerns about family tensions, particularly with a father who is quick to anger. She emphasizes the importance of character development, compromise on preferences, and the need for forgiveness. The conversation transitions into broader themes of facing challenges with faith, focusing on Jesus, and standing on God's promises. Coach Jamie provides practical steps for overcoming difficulties, including maintaining a supportive community and praising God during tough times. Support the showWant a little...
2025-06-0216 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls176. AMA: How Do I Not Let the World Influence Me?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode, Coach Jamie answers the questions: How do I stay rooted in Christ when I don't have any Christian friends and my family isn't Christian? And...how do we stay the way God would want us to be in a world as crazy as this?Coach Jamie offers guidance on how to not let this crazy world shake you, but encourages you in how to be a world-shaker instead. Support the showWant a little extra sp...
2025-05-2618 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls175. AMA-How Do I Overcome Secret SinsHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this episode, Coach Jamie addresses the struggles of secret sins, particularly focusing on pornography addiction among Christian teens. She provides insights on how to break free from these addictions, emphasizing the importance of repentance, running to God, and surrounding oneself with supportive people. The conversation also highlights the steps to becoming a devoted Christian, encouraging listeners to embrace their value and seek a closer relationship with God.Chapters00:00 Sponsor: The Beautiful Movement01:13 AMA...
2025-05-1920 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen GirlsAMA: What Is The True Meaning of Love?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this conversation, Coach Jamie explores the true meaning of love as defined by God, emphasizing the importance of truth and grace. She discusses the cultural misconceptions of love, the transformational power of God's love, and the role of Christians in sharing this love with others. Through biblical examples, she illustrates the balance between compassion and truth, urging listeners to engage with those living in sin while maintaining a strong stance on the truth of God's Word.takeawaysLove...
2025-05-1220 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls173. Making a Difference as a Teen with Javon KirschnerHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In this engaging podcast episode, Jamie Kirschner interviews her son, Javon, who shares his unique perspective as a 16-year-old aspiring podcaster. The conversation explores Javon's journey of faith and the importance of genuine friendships. They discuss the meaning of being a Christian in today's world, the challenges faced by Christians globally, and how teens can actively make a difference in their communities. Javon's insights encourage listeners to appreciate their faith and take action to support others.takeawaysJavon plans...
2025-05-0519 min
Living TestimoniesFrom a Painful Past to a Purpose-Filled Future - Jamie KirschnerJamie Kirschner’s childhood was marked by abuse, neglect, and deep pain. Growing up with a drug-addicted father and a mother who often disappeared for weeks, she struggled to find hope. As a teenager, after enduring even greater hardships, she reached her lowest point—until an invitation to church changed everything.In this powerful episode of Living Testimonies, Jamie shares how God met her in the midst of her brokenness, revealed her purpose, and led her to a lifelong mission of serving teens. Her story is one of pain, redemption, and unwavering faith.No matter wher...
2025-05-0248 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen GirlsAMA: How Do I Share My Story?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!keywordsfaith, sharing stories, personal testimony, discipleship, hope, Jesus, youth, encouragement, boldness, transformationsummaryIn this episode, Jamie Kirschner discusses the importance of sharing personal faith stories and the courage it takes to do so. She reflects on the sacrifices made by the disciples and encourages listeners to be prepared to share their own stories of transformation and hope. The episode provides a structured approach to crafting personal testimonies and emphasizes the impact of going all...
2025-04-2819 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls148. AMA: You Are Not A Disappointment!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!On this week’s AMA episode, we answer, "Hi Jamie, lately I've been feeling like I'm disappointing everyone around me in my life. My parents with not being athletic enough (even though I work out), my entire family went to college for athletics, and I only play one sport and I'm only ok at that. I'm also not popular at school and not really that talkative. I feel like I'm also disappointing God by not being a good enough Christian. I really tr...
2024-11-1112 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls132. The Key to Finding Your Future Husband with Dr. Ken Castor-Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!After 30+ years of nextgen work, Dr. Ken is balding in his hairline but still bold in his faith. Ken is the NextGen Pastor at Wooddale Church, a ministry professor, and author. Ken is the “Blue Letters Editor” of the Award-winning Jesus-Centered Bible and has written numerous resources like the Make a Difference Youth Bible. On today's episode, Dr. Ken Castor and Coach Jamie talk about the key to finding your future husband. Ladies, you don't want to miss this one! ...
2024-07-2218 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls86. Guest Tessa Emily Hall: Influencer! (Updated Version without the background noise!)Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Hey friends! I uploaded an updated version of this podcast episode that does NOT include the tapping! So sorry about that! :D This week, our special guest Tessa Emily Hall talks about her newest book, "Influencer.""In a world where “becoming an influencer” is the new aspiration for teens across the globe, girls are surrounded by the pressure to live a life of purpose, power, and meaning. But what if I told you that it’s possible to be an influe...
2023-09-1420 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls85. AMA: What Do I Do When My Friends Are Leading Me Away from Jesus?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!We have just 32 days until UncommonTEEN Live!! Ladies, I cannot tell you how excited I am about all that God is already doing through this conference! Our tickets are selling, but we still have room for you! If you have any questions about the conference or you’re ready to grab your tickets today, head on over to uncommonteenlive.com. This week on our Ask Me Anything episode and I am answering questions from Celeste and Nicole...
2023-09-0419 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls66. You Matter!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Why am I here? What’s my purpose? What’s the next step I need to take now to get where God wants me to be? Do I really even matter to God? If you’ve ever questioned God on these things, know that you are not alone. I think at certain times in all of our lives, we have these questions. These are questions that go through so many of our heads. Do I really have a purpose? Is there really a reaso...
2023-04-2417 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls53. Ask Me Anything: How Do you Make Friends in a New School?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This is our very first Ask Me Anything episode!To ask Coach Jamie your questions, head on over to the UncommonTEEN App, available on both Apple and Android devices) click on the tab that says, “Ask Me Anything" and ask your questions there!Once a month I will answer your questions on the UncommonTEEN Podcast!! Today's question comes from Audree. Audree asks, "How do you deal with friends when you move to a new school?”As we an...
2023-01-2311 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls37. You are More Valuable than You Know with Special Guest Latanza Warren!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Ladies, we all know that life can be tough! Sometimes it can feel like we've been knocked down so hard by the enemy that there is no way up. Special Guest, Latanza Warren wants you to know that there is always hope! You may have done something that that choice is destroying you on the inside...or maybe something what done to you and it hurts so bad. Don't let what you've done define you. Don't let what...
2022-10-0326 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls36. If God is Good, Why Do Bad Things Happen?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!If God is good, why do bad things happen? To answer this question, we have to first ask ourselves...is God really a good God?My answer...without a shadow of a doubt, yes!! We can also see in the Bible, God's character...and let me tell you, He is good!1 Chronicles 16:34 says, "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good!"Psalm 145:9 says that the Lord is good to all!James 1:17-Every g...
2022-09-2617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls35. You are BeautifulHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!What is beauty? What makes it so enticing? I mean, some people will do anything just to discover beauty: from surgeries, to endless video tutorials online, to spending money they don’t have shopping for clothes that they think will make them beautiful.Is beauty defined by the culture or those around us?Is beauty only skin deep, or does it go much deeper than that? If we are looking to outward appearances only, culture and...
2022-09-1913 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls32. You are Called! Interview with Shannon MonetHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!I am super excited about this week's guest for a couple reasons:1. Shannon is absolutely incredible!2. She is the first teen that I have ever interviewed on the UncommonTEEN Podcast!What I love about 16-year-old Shannon is her heart for the Lord. She has such a heart to make a positive impact on your generation and the generations to come. Shannon has so much compassion and great love for people and wants more than anything to be a light...
2022-08-2917 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls29. It Takes Courage!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!I love how God can take common things and make them uncommon. I love how He can take ordinary things and make the extraordinary. Acts 4:13 says, "Now when they (the crowd) saw the boldness of Peter and John and saw that they were unlearned and untrained in the schools, they were common men with no educational advantages, the crowd marveled; and they recognized that Peter and John had been with Jesus!"Ladies, it doesn’t matter what grades you get. It...
2022-08-0817 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls28. Discover Your God-Given Purpose by Being You!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Two of the biggest questions we all have in life are: Why am I here? And what is my purpose? We hear verses like Jeremiah 29:11, where God tells us that He has plans for our lives of good and not evil to give us a future and a hope. And Ephesians 2:10 where it says that we are God’s masterpiece, recreated in Christ Jesus for good works that were planned for us even before the world was formed. But how do we...
2022-08-0115 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls21. How Do I Study the Bible So I Can Understand It?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!I have had many teen girls come to me over the years asking me what devotional is a good devotional for them to read. It’s a great question. I would venture to say that most everyone who listens to this podcast probably has read some kind of devotional in their life, right? I know I have. However, do you want to know which devotional I think is the best devotional to read? My answer is usually none. I don’t care for d...
2022-06-1316 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls20. Real Recovery-What Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Looks Like with Grace McCreadyHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Grace McCready is a twenty-something and the author of Real Recovery: What Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Looks Like. "Grace McCready was a thin, beautiful girl; but when she looked in the mirror, all she saw was fat and ugly. What started out as her trying to lose a little weight by slowly changing her diet led to her telling endless lies, starving herself, and exercising herself nearly to death. [Grace] kept believing lies about who she was instead of believing th...
2022-06-0617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls17. It's Not Good to Do Life AloneHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Have you ever been blindfolded before? Or maybe the electricity went off in your house at night and you were trying to navigate your way through in the dark? You know that in either of these situations, it’s extremely hard to see when you have no idea where you are or what’s in front of you. Yesterday, I walked into my room and because it was dark, I tripped over the vacuum cleaner that someone did not put away…okay, that I d...
2022-05-1614 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls16. The Battle Against AnxietyHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!It’s no secret that fear and anxiety are plaguing teens today. A recently research study by Barna came out that about anxiety alone that said that 2 in 5 teens deal with anxiety. That pressure can come from so many things: Teens are afraid to fail, they are anxious about making the right decisions, they don’t know what’s going to happen in the future, they have a need to be perfect or are pressured by expectations from their parents that they don’t fe...
2022-05-0915 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls50. Why Do I Feel So Alone?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Why Do I Feel So Alone?I feel so out of place. I feel so unloved. I feel left out, like no one wants to even talk to me. I don’t even know if I want to be around people. I can’t even hold a conversation. I feel sad all the time. I feel defeated. I feel hopeless. Why am I even here?If you have ever said any of those things to yourself, you know what I’m talk...
2022-01-0317 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls47. The Lies of the EnemyHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!We have between 50,000-70,000 thoughts every single day, yet God tells us in 2 Corinthians 10:5 to take our thoughts captive to the obedience of Christ.That can seem almost impossible, right? The only way that we can do that is to begin thinking about what we are thinking about. What is going through your mind? What are you allowing to go through your mind?The devil preys on our minds. He knows our insecurities…or make us believe that we have ins...
2021-12-1316 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls46. Who Am I? Part 3: People of the Bible Who Had to Grow in Their IdentityHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week, we are on our final episode in this series, "Who Am I?. We are talking about some people in the Bible who struggled with their identity in who God said they were and how they themselves were able to overcome the lies of the enemy. Who in the Bible struggled with their identity in Christ?Esther: Esther was an orphaned Jew when she came to live in the palace. The world saw her as a nobody...the Jews...
2021-12-0617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls45. Who Am I? Part 2: Why It Can Be Confusing to Know Who You Really Are.Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week, as we continue our series on “Who Am I?” We’re going to talk about why it can be so confusing to really know who it is that we are. I think sometimes that it’s so confusing to really grasp our identity in Christ, because the world is constantly bombarding us with who they say we are and it’s completely opposite of what God says about us. The problem is that many Christians don’t truly understand their identity in C...
2021-11-2912 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls44. Who Am I? Discovering Your Identity in Christ: Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!At the very core of all that you are, who are you? What or who defines who you are? Is your identity found in the way that you look or the way that you dress? Is your identity found in the sum of all your failures or all your successes? Who are you? Is your identity found in the friends you hang out with or even where you go to church? At the core of your very being, who are you? What o...
2021-11-2214 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls44. All the Feels for Teens with Elizabeth Laing ThompsonHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!**Quick Announcement**This month only (November 2021), the Dare to Be Devotional for Teen Girls is 50% off! Find it here: Dare to Be DevotionalAlso don't miss out on a really exciting announcement coming to your inbox this week! Get in the know by going to the UncommonTEEN App and signing up for our email list under the "Don't Miss A Thing" tab. Or, go to www.UncommonTEEN.com and sign up there!You don't want...
2021-11-1520 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls43. Jesus' Heart for You: His Prayer from John 17Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!On this week's episode of the UncommonTEEN Podcast, we are doing something a little bit different. As I was reading through John 17, the words in this chapter really struck me. This was Jesus' last prayer before He went to the cross to die for us.This week, we are going to be talking about Jesus' heart for you as we go through John 17.Some of the things that we'll be talking about are:What Jesus was thinking about right...
2021-11-0617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls42. Overcoming Secret Sin: Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Before we get started, if you have downloaded the UncommonTEEN app, you may have noticed a brand-new tab called, “Don’t Miss a Thing.” When you click on this tab, it will give you the option to drop your name and email and we’ll get you plugged in so that you can stay in the know for all things UncommonTEEN. Trending topics, important news, upcoming events and more! This week, we are on the second part of our series "Overcoming...
2021-11-0115 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls41. Overcoming Secret Sins: Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!This week’s episode is a little bit more sensitive in nature. We’re going to talk about something that I don’t think is talked much about, but is something that many teen girls struggle with today…and even if you honestly don’t feel like you fit into this category, chances are, you will have a friend that you can help shine the light of Jesus on while pointing her in the right direction. This week and next week, we’re going to b...
2021-10-2517 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls40. Transforming Your Thought-Life: Interview with Sarah GeringerHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!On this week's podcast, Jamie interviews author Sarah Geringer about her new book for teen girls called, Transforming Your Thought Life for Teens: Renew Your Mind with God.Our thoughts are so much more powerful than we realize. In a world that is telling us so many lies from every direction, it's so important for us to really know what it is that God says about us and to renew our minds to His truth so that we can win any battle...
2021-10-1815 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls39. Fear Not! Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Last week, we talked about how God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear, so this week, we’re going to talk about what we can do to overcome fear every time it tries to come against us. There is a famous saying among Christians that says, “A little bit of fear is good,” but did you know that’s not the case at all! God is so against fear…which is why God says 365 times in the Bible not to fear. The rea...
2021-10-1115 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls38. Fear Not! Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!**IMPORTANT NOTE** If you tried to save your seat for the free live 15 minute video training, "Step into Confidence" and were unable to save your seat...I am so sorry! It came to my attention recently that the link was broken...however, praise God!! It is now fixed. Go ahead and head on over to the UncommonTEEN App, click on the "Brave Revolution" tab or go to UncommonTEEN.com and get signed up today!...
2021-10-0416 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls37. Called to Lead!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!What do you think of when you hear the words, "servant leader?" At first, it almost sounds confusing right? I mean, aren't servants usually ones who serve leaders? However, did you know that Jesus was the greatest servant leader of them all...and He called you to be a servant leader as well.A servant leader is someone who leads by serving others. Leadership can be summed up in one word: influence. God has call...
2021-09-2713 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls37. Finding Purpose Where You Are: What Do You Do When You Don't Have a Date to the Dance?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 14th at 7pm Central, because I am going to be doing a 15 minute live video training that I believe will help you overcome any stress and anxiety that you might be feeling…and overcome any insecurities that might be holding you back. After the 15 minute live training, I am then going to open it up for you all to ask me questions live! Head on over to uncommonteen.com or you can click on the Brave Re...
2021-09-2013 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls36. Interview with Author Sara Barratt: Overcoming ApathyHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!There's a special announcement at the end of this episode, so make sure to listen all the way to the end!!Join us this week as we interview 21-year old author, Sara Barratt as she talks about what apathy is and how to overcome it as a teen girl.With so many things coming against teens today...so many distracts, it can be really easy to become indifference about your walk with God, but it doesn't have to...
2021-09-1317 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls35. Walking in IntegrityHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!What is integrity? Albert Einstein says, “Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” Martin Luther King Jr. says, “The time is always right to do what is right.” To me, integrity is:1. Doing the right thing when nobody else is looking.2. Doing the right thing even when it’s hard.3. Doing the right thing even when nobody else is doing the right thing.How are y...
2021-09-0614 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls34. Called for More! Don't Let Fear Hold You Back from Your Purpose!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Candace Cameron Bure, Mark Wahlberg, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, Chip and Joanna Gaines, Tim Tebow, Simone Biles, Lecrae, Sadie Robertson….what do they have in common that makes them the influencers that they are? The answer…they are all people who are extraordinary at something that they do…so much so that they have made a massive influence in this world. What makes them stand out from the crowd thought? What is it about them that makes them so remarkable? Well, fo...
2021-08-3013 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls33. Getting Over Shame & Guilt for Good!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!When thinking of someone who had a reason to feel shame and guilt, I think back to the story of King David in 2nd Samuel 11. King David had slipped so far down into sin and he didn’t even realize how far he had gone. He cheated on another man’s wife, got her pregnant, tried to cover it up and then had some of his best warriors fighting in his army murdered in the process. When King David's sins were b...
2021-08-2316 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls32. Jamie's Story: How God Transformed My Life & Can Do the Same for You!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Recently, at UncommonTEEN, we have received several emails from teen girls talking about the shame and the guilt that you are feeling for past mistakes, and I wanted to share my story with you to let you to know that I have been right there with you. I get it. I held on to so much shame and so much guilt over the years. The only one who can take away that shame and that guilt once for all is God, but we have...
2021-08-1617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls31. Interview with Ashli: Keeping a Strong Relationship with God Through School Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Today, we have a very special guest, Ashli Townsend! Ashli lives outside of Nashville, TN and was actually a student in our youth ministry. I met Ashli and her family when she was 2 years old and it has been such an honor to get to see her grow in her walk in the Lord and trust Him with her life. Ashli started youth ministry in 6th grade and graduated high school last summer. I have watched Ashli go from super shy…to…as sh...
2021-08-0915 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls30. Interview with Ashli: Keeping a Strong Relationship with God Through School Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Today, we have a very special guest, Ashli Townsend! Ashli lives outside of Nashville, TN and was actually a student in our youth ministry. I met Ashli and her family when she was 2 years old and it has been such an honor to get to see her grow in her walk in the Lord and trust Him with her life. Ashli started youth ministry in 6th grade and graduated high school last summer. I have watched Ashli go from super shy…to…as sh...
2021-08-0210 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls29. God's Love Has No Conditions!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Did you know that God loves you so much and there’s nothing that you can do about it! It’s so true! When the world says things like, “I will love you if…” or “If you do this one thing, I will love you,” God says, “I love you…period!” There’s nothing that you can do to get Him to love you any more and there’s nothing you can do to get Him to love you any less. So many times we hear people...
2021-07-2617 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls28. Crushes, Flirting and Dating...are they okay? Part 4Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Okay, so we talked all about the first season of dating , the season of growth, but what do when we get to the season where we feel like God is moving us into the direction of dating? This next season is going to be the season of discovery. In the season of discovery, you have developed a strong personal relationship with Jesus. This is a season of continuing the growth of your friendships. The reason for this is that we can’t alw...
2021-07-1915 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls27. Crushes, Flirting and Dating...Are They Okay? Part 3Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!With dating being so prevalent today, it seems like it’s just normal to have a boyfriend and if you don’t then there has to be something wrong with you. If that’s something you have believed, I encourage you not to believe that lie. I had a friend in high school whose sole purpose in high school was to get a boyfriend. She felt like she was a nobody unless she had one. She would try so hard that she would c...
2021-07-1215 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls26. Crushes, Flirting & Dating...Are They Okay? Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!All right, so this week we are continuing our two part series on Crushes, Flirting and Dating…are they okay? Last week, we talked all about crushes…we talked about what crushes are, if it is a sin to have a crush, and what we should do when we do have a crush. If you missed last week’s episode, I highly encourage you to check it out. So, I have to apologize to you. Since last week we talked all about crushes...
2021-07-0514 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls25. Crushes, Flirting and Dating...Are They Okay?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Crushes, Flirting and Dating…Is It Okay? Part 1When it comes to having crushes, flirting and even dating, I think I have heard it all! These can be such confusing topics. Think about it, our parents tell us one set of rules, our friend’s parents have a different set of rules, our youth pastors may tell us yet a different thing…and I can tell you that this culture definitely has its own set of rules. For example...
2021-06-2814 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls24. Body Image & the Pressure to Be Perfect 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!According to Statista, did you know that digital advertisers plan to spend over $455 billion dollars a year on marketing to teens and kids? The reason for this is because teens will spend over $143 billion dollars on their products every year if the companies can get them to buy in. They have been sending out messages your whole life making you think that you need these specific products in order to solve all of life’s problems. Now, I’m sure I don’t need t...
2021-06-2112 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls23. Body Image and the Pressure to Be PerfectHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Have you ever heard of the quote, “You are your own worst critic?” There so much truth to that statement! So many times, we tend to pick out all of the things we don’t like about ourselves: our hair, our skin, our nose, our weight, our personality…even our laugh. I want you to take a little test. If you have a pen and paper, go ahead and grab that. If not, you can do this in your head.The firs...
2021-06-1412 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls22. What Can We Do About Cliques, "Mean Girls," & Bullies?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Cliques…oh yes, that oh-so-lovely word that we all just have warm, fuzzy feelings about, right? Haha…you are probably thinking, “Yeah, right!” And I am totally with you!I don’t think that the majority of you see cliques in a positive way. Honestly, I don’t really either. I mean, it’s great to have people who you really connect with and true friends that you hang out with a lot…absolutely! That’s an amazing thing and a definite gift from God.
2021-06-0714 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls21. Who Are You Listening To? Don't Let Rejection Define You!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Don’t let rejection define who you believe that you are. As a Christian, there will times in our lives when people or things try to come at us and we have the opportunity to feel rejected or unwanted, but it’s up to us whether or not we are going to let what others say about us define or do to us define who we we think we are! When we give in to those thoughts of reject...
2021-05-3111 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls20. Have You Ever Felt Rejected or Unwanted?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Have you ever felt rejected or unwanted? I think most of us can probably say that we have. I know I have.I remember being in 6th grade and there was a girl, Rachel, who made it her life goal to make my life miserable. I remember one time one of the most popular boys in my grade came up to me and confronted me in front of the whole class, accusing me of spreading a rumor that I was his girlfriend...
2021-05-2412 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls19. Questions: How Do I Know I Can Trust the Bible?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!On our episode 17, we talked about how the Bible is historically accurate and how it is scientifically accurate. If you haven’t listened to it yet, I highly recommend it! It answers so many questions that the world is trying to throw at us today.In Episode 18 ,we are going to talk about the prophesies that are in the Bible. A prophesy is basically a prediction of the future that is claimed to be divinely inspired. Did you know that the...
2021-05-1712 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls18. Questions Part 3: How Do We Know We Can Trust the Bible?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!More and more today, the Bible is coming under attack more than I have ever seen or heard before. How do we know that we can trust the Bible? Besides knowing that the Bible is the best-selling book of all time and has changed more lives than any other book, and that so many people bank their lives on the Bible and will even die for it, let’s talk about how we know that we can trust the Bible. Firs...
2021-05-1016 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls17. Questions Part 2: Answering the Question: “Okay, God didn’t cause it, but didn’t He allow it?"Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!All right, we are jumping back into our series we’re calling Questions. In episode 16 we talked about why bad things happen to good people. So, you may be thinking…okay, I’m starting to see this, but what about this question, “Okay, so maybe God didn’t cause it to happen, but didn’t He allow it? That’s exactly what we are going to talk about today. Know that, just because something happened, it doesn’t automatically mean it was the will of...
2021-05-0216 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls16. Questions Part 1: Answering, "Why Did God Allow This to Happen to Me?"Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!There are so many questions that are in the hearts and minds of many teens (maybe even you), so through this series, I want to help answer some of those questions for you or for those who are around you, so you can help them, too.Through this series, we’re going to be answering several questions like why do bad things happen to good people? If God is a loving God, why is there so much evil in the world? And ho...
2021-04-2616 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls15. How to Transition Through Challenges Effectively with J.Camille of the Shift PodcastHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Join us this week for an incredible interview with J.Camille, the host of the Shift Podcast. The Shift Podcast was created to help us transition effectively through challenges. We all experience "shifts" at some time in our lives, whether it be going from middle school to high school or high school to college. Sometimes those shifts are easy to go through, sometimes they are terrifying! J.Camille shares with us how to remove any fears or obstacles that try to stand...
2021-04-1817 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls14. What's Your God-given Gift? Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In part 1 of “What’s Your God-given Gift,” we talked about how God has given every single one of us a gift that will help us fulfill our God-given destiny…and let me tell you, you really were created on purpose, with a purpose, for a purpose! I also shared 3 questions for you to answer that will help you discover what your God-given gifts are. So, in this episode, we’re going to talk about what to do when you do discover your gift an...
2021-04-1113 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls13. What's Your God-given Gift?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!God made you unique for a reason. You matter! You have a God-given gift hidden on the inside of you that will lead you to your life’s purpose. It is a God-given gift, a kingdom purpose that only you can fulfill.Sometimes I think we struggle with discovering our gifts, because our gift and our purpose is so engrained in who we are, we don’t even realize it is a gift. However, every single one of us has a God-given gift...
2021-04-0416 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls12. How to Lead Someone to the LordHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Have you ever lost something that was valuable to you? Maybe it was a homework assignment or money or your purse, a housekey or maybe it was a piece of jewelry that meant a lot to you. For me, when I was in high school, I lost a necklace that meant a lot to me. See, growing up I didn’t have a lot of money so when someone got me a gift, I cherished that gift with everything I had. Well, thi...
2021-03-2817 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls11. Your Words Are PowerfulHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Our words are so powerful. Sometimes I don’t think we realize just how powerful the words coming out of our mouths are. Did you know that on average we speak anywhere between 10,000 and 25,000 words per day? That’s a lot of words! That’s also why God talked so much about the words coming out of our mouths as much as He did. Because he knew that we would need help controlling that little moving object under our noses. Jame...
2021-03-2114 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls10. Peer PressureHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Peer pressure is no joke. I am going to share a story with you of a 14-year old named Emily. It was her last year in middle school and as you may have noticed, also the time where friends decide to go all in for Jesus or they decide they want to follow the crowd and go for popularity. Emily had a great group of friends she would hang out with at school, but something changed when she was in 8th grade. Her friends...
2021-03-1417 minUncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls9. Pray with Confidence Part 2Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!In Episode 8, we talked about how it is possible for us to be confident in prayer, so in this episode, we want to teach you how to pray with confidence.Getting started, I want to ask you a question? When you pray, how do you start your prayers? Do you pray to Jesus? Do you pray to God? Do you address God or Jesus in your prayer? The reason I ask this, is because it actually is important to know W...
2021-03-0717 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls8. Pray with Confidence Part 1Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Prayer was probably the one of the most challenging areas in my life when I was a young Christian. I felt like sometimes I was just talking to myself and didn’t know if I was praying correctly or if God was even hearing me. I also couldn’t understand how I was supposed to hear from God. Was I supposed to hear Him speak to me with words or even whisper to me in my head? It was an honest struggle.If y...
2021-03-0116 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls7. God-ConfidentHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!We see them everywhere; we hear them all the time…what am I talking about? Quotes along the lines of: “Just believe in yourself.” And “if you believe in yourself, anything is possible!” And “You can do anything if you just put your mind to it!”Self-Confidence is such a buzz word today, that I'm sure if we were to look up "self-esteem" or "self-confidence" online, we would find website after website saying something along the lines of, “25 ways to build your self-esteem” or...
2021-02-2215 min
UncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls6. He Really Does Love You!Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Did you know that God loves you as much as He loves Jesus? Like the same amount. Let that sink in…He doesn’t love Jesus more than He loves you, He loves you as much as He loves Jesus! Did you know that there is nothing that you can do that will get God to love you any less than He does right now. Absolutely Nothing! He won’t love you any less if you mess up, like even royally mess up....
2021-02-1516 minUncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls5. Friends Part 2: Toxic FriendshipsHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Honestly, I feel like it’s becoming more and more normal for people to become toxic. So, before we get started, let’s talk about what toxic friends are. The word, “toxic” in the dictionary means, “extremely harsh, malicious or harmful.” And honestly that is exactly what a toxic friend is. They are harsh, malicious and they hurt us. A lot of times, toxic friends don’t necessarily want to be mean, but because they are hurting so badly on the inside, the...
2021-02-0817 minUncommonTEEN for Christian Teen GirlsFriends Part 1: What Makes a Great Friend?Have a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Sometimes in life we have to make decisions that are really hard. There’s a quote by Abraham Lincoln that says, “Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” Abraham Lincoln I think that quote really does sum up the decisions that we have to make in life, because the decisions we make today are directly connected to our future. I think one of the hardest decisions that we will ever make in life is ch...
2021-02-0113 minUncommonTEEN for Christian Teen Girls3. I am FreeHave a question you want me to answer on the podcast? Ask Here!Okay, so I am a natural born thinker. God has definitely given me a gift to think about….EVERYTHING! My brain is usually going 100 miles per hour. However, if I’m not careful, I can tend to overthink things…especially when I mess up with doing something or saying something. Even if what I did or said wasn’t necessarily a bad thing…but came off sounding ridiculous. Sometimes I would be myself up for days and mentally think, “Why did I do that?” or even if it...
2021-01-2513 min