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Thursday, June 9, 2016
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
What I've learned from Middle School
I have learned so much from middle school; way more than ever though I was going to. Middle school has taught me more than I ever thought I would learn, and I just wanted to share a couple of those things with you today.
I'm just going to tell you now that middle school is hard. I know a lot of people probably won't tell you that, but I'm just going to be honest with you. This is not something to scare you or to get you stressed out. I'm telling you this so you can be prepared for what is to come. Middle school isn't hard because of the work or the locker or anything like that; it's hard because of all the drama. People are trying to figure out who they are and what they are, but if you remember who you are and that you have found your identity in Christ, then you don't need to worry. Now lets get into what I've learned.
1~ If you respect other people, than they will respect you. Respect will get you so far. If you respect the people around you then they will be nicer to you. I know that sounds cheesy, but it's true. Respect you teachers. Its not that I didn't respect my teachers before, but I found a new respect for my teachers. It may not be the same at everyone's school, but there are a lot of kids who act out and are not good kids, and the teachers have to deal with them. If they have kids who will be kind to their teachers and treat them with respect, then they will return the respect and they will help you a whole lot more. So what I'm trying to say is just to treat everyone around you with respect.
2~ Be prepared. Be prepared with your things before class starts. If you don't have everything you need be for class starts, you can get into trouble, and it doesn't make you look good. .Be prepared for people that don't agree with what you believe. Our world is a sinful and you have to be prepared for people to not be Christians. Be prepared for people not to like you. You can't please everyone. That's OK. But you still need to treat them with respect. Lastly, be prepared for different stress. I know that sounds weird, but you will have different stress and be stressed in new ways. It is a new place with new people and new teacher, and those teachers will be stricter and give more work. It's just an adjustment; you will get use to it, and it won't be that big of a deal. You just have to be prepared.
3~ You don't have to be friends with everyone. I know that may sound harsh, but its true. You need to be kind to everyone, but you don't have to be everyone's best friend. Please don't take that in the wrong way, but you don't have to be close with everyone just find a group of friends that you have lots in common with and be friends with them. Its OK not to be friends with everyone; its not mean or rude, I promise!
I hope that what I've learned will help you when going into middle school. I know that if I knew these things, it would have helped a lot. You will do great in middle school, so don't worry! Have a great week and enjoy your summer!
Zoë💜
I'm just going to tell you now that middle school is hard. I know a lot of people probably won't tell you that, but I'm just going to be honest with you. This is not something to scare you or to get you stressed out. I'm telling you this so you can be prepared for what is to come. Middle school isn't hard because of the work or the locker or anything like that; it's hard because of all the drama. People are trying to figure out who they are and what they are, but if you remember who you are and that you have found your identity in Christ, then you don't need to worry. Now lets get into what I've learned.
1~ If you respect other people, than they will respect you. Respect will get you so far. If you respect the people around you then they will be nicer to you. I know that sounds cheesy, but it's true. Respect you teachers. Its not that I didn't respect my teachers before, but I found a new respect for my teachers. It may not be the same at everyone's school, but there are a lot of kids who act out and are not good kids, and the teachers have to deal with them. If they have kids who will be kind to their teachers and treat them with respect, then they will return the respect and they will help you a whole lot more. So what I'm trying to say is just to treat everyone around you with respect.
2~ Be prepared. Be prepared with your things before class starts. If you don't have everything you need be for class starts, you can get into trouble, and it doesn't make you look good. .Be prepared for people that don't agree with what you believe. Our world is a sinful and you have to be prepared for people to not be Christians. Be prepared for people not to like you. You can't please everyone. That's OK. But you still need to treat them with respect. Lastly, be prepared for different stress. I know that sounds weird, but you will have different stress and be stressed in new ways. It is a new place with new people and new teacher, and those teachers will be stricter and give more work. It's just an adjustment; you will get use to it, and it won't be that big of a deal. You just have to be prepared.
3~ You don't have to be friends with everyone. I know that may sound harsh, but its true. You need to be kind to everyone, but you don't have to be everyone's best friend. Please don't take that in the wrong way, but you don't have to be close with everyone just find a group of friends that you have lots in common with and be friends with them. Its OK not to be friends with everyone; its not mean or rude, I promise!
I hope that what I've learned will help you when going into middle school. I know that if I knew these things, it would have helped a lot. You will do great in middle school, so don't worry! Have a great week and enjoy your summer!
Zoë💜
Saturday, June 4, 2016
What is a Friend?
The definition of the word friend varies widely from person to person. Many would define a friend as someone whom you enjoy to spend time with, someone you love (or at least like a lot), and someone who is nice to you. Some say a friend is a person who would stand up for you in a tough situation, maybe if you were being bullied. For nearly everybody, a friend is a good thing: someone you want to have in your life.
But how does God define a friend?
What does the Bible have to say about friendship, being a friend, and having a friend?
As it turns out, God, the Creator of relationships (including friendship), has quite a lot to say in His Word about friends. He describes clearly the kind of friend you should be as well as the kind of friends you should have.
Today we're going to take a look at three verses that help us define what friend means. In defining a true friend, these verse reveal what we should do if we want to be a good friend. They also teach us how to know when we have a good friend. God's definition of a friend is the best definition, so we should listen to what He says about friendship in the Bible if we really want to know what a friend is.
But how does God define a friend?
What does the Bible have to say about friendship, being a friend, and having a friend?
As it turns out, God, the Creator of relationships (including friendship), has quite a lot to say in His Word about friends. He describes clearly the kind of friend you should be as well as the kind of friends you should have.
Today we're going to take a look at three verses that help us define what friend means. In defining a true friend, these verse reveal what we should do if we want to be a good friend. They also teach us how to know when we have a good friend. God's definition of a friend is the best definition, so we should listen to what He says about friendship in the Bible if we really want to know what a friend is.
~Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work:
If one falls down, his friend can help him up.~
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10a
According to this verse, a friend is someone who helps the other up when she falls. There are different ways a person can fall. Someone can slip by giving into temptation. A person can fall into bad times, maybe by a parent losing a job, a breakup with a boyfriend, or parents going through a divorce. Another way to fall is by entering bad company and maybe getting involved with alcohol, drugs, or crime. In all the ways in which a girl could slip, a true friend will be there to help her up again. A friend could help lift another by gently speaking the truth, by encouraging, by staying a constant companion during tough times, and (of course) by praying. Sometimes certain situations call for specific actions, though. For example, if a girl started partying and getting into trouble, it would be unwise for her friend to start doing the same in an attempt to help her up. The best thing to do in such tricky situations is to talk things through with a parent and follow instructions from adults. Even in those situations, though, a girl can always pray for the other, and in doing that she can remain a constant friend such as the one this verse describes.
~A friend loves at all times,
and a brother is born for adversity.~
Proverbs 17:17
This verse is a very popular one when talking about a Biblical definition of friendship, and for good reason. It clearly describes just what a friend should do: love. And not just love some of the time, but love at ALL times. This, as most people know, is very difficult to do. Loving is rarely easy; it involves a conscious effort on the part of the one loving. And loving at all times stretches this challenge even further. Yet this is the life God has called us to: a life of loving each other. Even during those though times, those challenging moments, and those trials God wants friends to love each other. A true friend loves at all times.
~Wounds from a friend can be trusted,
but an enemy multiplies kisses.~
Proverbs 27:6
According to this verse, friends are honest with each other. Enemies lie and deceptively flatter each other, but you can trust the honest criticism of a friend. Now this does NOT mean you constantly criticize and wound your friends by pointing out every tiny flaw you see in them. Friends are supposed to build each other up, too. It also does NOT mean that you should surround yourself with people who constantly criticize you. Such a person is not really a true friend. What this verse IS saying is that if a friend gently speaks the truth to you in love about something you're doing that's wrong or sinful, you should listen. And if you see one of your friends disobeying God, it is good for you (as a friend) to talk about it with her gently and with love. (Key words: gently and with love. Not harshly, rudely, or I'm-better-than-you-ly.) A true friend is honest because she loves the other person, and such honesty from a friend can be trusted.
These three Bible passages help us define a true friend.
Are you acting as a true friend in the way these verse describe, or are you pulling others down instead of helping them up?
Are the people you call your friends helping you up, loving you, and being honest (with love) towards you? Or are you surrounding yourself with people who hurt you?
Maybe it's time for you to truly evaluate your relationships and really start surrendering this area of life to God. He wants all of your heart, including the part devoted to friendship. Are you surrendering your relationships to Him and truly trying to honor Him in all you do? If you have to honestly answer no to that question (as I often do), it's time to pray. Tell God that you choose to give Him your relationships and friendships. And continue to study all the Bible has to say about friends. God knows best for every area of your life, even relationships. Let His Word be your guide!
Elena♥
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Worry and Stress
We all do it. It doesn't matter if your a nervous person or not: you do it. Worrying is not what God has intended for us to do. Sometimes worrying is unavoidable, but a lot of the time it isn't. I'm going to give you a few ways to counteract worry and stress.
Worry and stress is not only not what God intended for us, it's not good on your overall heath, either. It can cause a rise in blood pressure; it gives you headaches; and it causes heart problems, depression, and anxiety. Nobody wants any of those. Hopefully these tips will help you.
~ Pray about it- I know we have said this many times on our blog posts, but we really stand behind it. When you put things before the Lord, He will help you. When you pray it doesn't have to be in any certain place or time; it can be anywhere. God wants you to talk to Him and have a relationship with Him. When you pray it doesn't have to be super formal. Just pretend your talking to a friend. This is what the Bible says about prayer~ Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God- Philippians 4:6. God wants you to talk to Him and make you requests known to Him.
~Take a bath- Get a nice warm bath going, turn on your favorite music, put a bath bomb in the tub, and you will be so relaxed you won't be worrying about a thing. If you don't have a bath bomb, put a couple of drops of lavender oil in the water, and that will be just as good. This will take your mind off of everything.
~ Read your Bible- I know we've talked about this A LOT before but that's just how much we stand behind it. When you you read your Bible it will give you a sense of peace that you need when your stressed out and worried. Just go to a quiet place and work on a Bible study or just read your Bible. God has that book for you to learn from, and when you put that in you heart it will give you peace when you are worried. Here is what the Bible says about it~ Your word is lamp to my feet and a light to my path -Psalms 119:105. God's =Book is there to be a light in your life, and when you read the Bible it will bring you knowledge and strength to overcome your worries.
~Do a hobby that relaxes you- Maybe crack open a good book, pull out those knitting needles, or take out that camera of yours. Whatever hobby takes your mind off of everything. Just turn on that music and do your thing.
Hopefully these help you with your worries and stress. I know being worried and stressed is a hard to avoid when you're in school and things, but you can do it with God's help. Here is what the Bible says about worry~ Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding , will guard your heart with Jesus Christ -Philippians 4:6-7. God wants you to pray about what worries you. Have a great week!!
Zoë💜
Worry and stress is not only not what God intended for us, it's not good on your overall heath, either. It can cause a rise in blood pressure; it gives you headaches; and it causes heart problems, depression, and anxiety. Nobody wants any of those. Hopefully these tips will help you.
~ Pray about it- I know we have said this many times on our blog posts, but we really stand behind it. When you put things before the Lord, He will help you. When you pray it doesn't have to be in any certain place or time; it can be anywhere. God wants you to talk to Him and have a relationship with Him. When you pray it doesn't have to be super formal. Just pretend your talking to a friend. This is what the Bible says about prayer~ Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God- Philippians 4:6. God wants you to talk to Him and make you requests known to Him.
~Take a bath- Get a nice warm bath going, turn on your favorite music, put a bath bomb in the tub, and you will be so relaxed you won't be worrying about a thing. If you don't have a bath bomb, put a couple of drops of lavender oil in the water, and that will be just as good. This will take your mind off of everything.
~ Read your Bible- I know we've talked about this A LOT before but that's just how much we stand behind it. When you you read your Bible it will give you a sense of peace that you need when your stressed out and worried. Just go to a quiet place and work on a Bible study or just read your Bible. God has that book for you to learn from, and when you put that in you heart it will give you peace when you are worried. Here is what the Bible says about it~ Your word is lamp to my feet and a light to my path -Psalms 119:105. God's =Book is there to be a light in your life, and when you read the Bible it will bring you knowledge and strength to overcome your worries.
~Do a hobby that relaxes you- Maybe crack open a good book, pull out those knitting needles, or take out that camera of yours. Whatever hobby takes your mind off of everything. Just turn on that music and do your thing.
Hopefully these help you with your worries and stress. I know being worried and stressed is a hard to avoid when you're in school and things, but you can do it with God's help. Here is what the Bible says about worry~ Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding , will guard your heart with Jesus Christ -Philippians 4:6-7. God wants you to pray about what worries you. Have a great week!!
Zoë💜
Saturday, May 28, 2016
How to Keep a Journal
"I'm going to keep a journal!"
I have thought that countless times. Again and again I get randomly inspired, and I decide to start a journal. I find a notebook (sometimes blank, sometimes half-used), and I start to write. "I'll write in it EVERY day!" I think, and for the first two or three days, I actually do. After a while, though, I become a little bored with the idea, and I write only every couple of days. I lose focus and motivation. Eventually, the journal ends up collecting dust on my bookshelf. (Now you know where I get all of my half-used notebooks.)
Have you ever had that happen? You start a journal, promising to write in it every day, but you quickly just give up? I've been there. Well then, how do you start a journal that you'll use consistently instead of just tiring of it? How do you actually keep a journal??
Here are some different types of journals that might help you to stick with it instead of giving up on it. Try your favorite idea to see if it works for you. If it doesn't, try a different one! Writing in a journal can relax you, improve your relationship with God, inspire you, and remind of wonderful memories. So why not give it a host with one of these ideas? ☺☺☺
~Keep a thankfulness journal. My thankfulness journal works very simply: every night before bed, I write the date and one thing I'm thankful for. Often it's something that happened that day, such as spending time with a friend or a good test grade. Sometimes it's something more broad, like a person, one of God's character traits, or something He has blessed me with. Some nights this leads to a couple pages worth of story or explanation. If I have a lot of time, I like to write about more than just that one thankfulness thing; I'll record other experiences of the day or upcoming events. In a time crunch (or if I just don't feel like writing very much), I only write a short sentence or two. This makes it easy to write every day without feeling pressured to make your entry an impressive length.
~Keep a once-a-week journal. If you would like to keep a journal, but you don't have a enough time to write every day, this is the journal for you. Simply find a time to use every week as your own person writing time. Maybe Saturdays from 7:30-8:00 would work well, or you could make it only ten to fifteen minutes long it you don't have enough time. The key to this journal is to actually write during the designated time. If you don't make it happen consistently, it will easily just fall by the wayside, but if you really do write then, it could even become one of your favorite parts of the week! Another way you could do this journal is to write a once a month. That way it takes even less time our of your schedule while still allowing you a great writing experience.
~Keep a doodling journal. Don't like to write? Try doodling your experiences instead of writing. Even if you're not good at drawing, but it relaxes you, this is a great option. You can sketch something that happened, something you saw, or something that fits your mood. Use your favorite pencils, pens, or even scrap-booking supplies. Another way you could do this is with pictures. It's worth a thousand words after all! ☺
~ Keep a prayer journal. There are many ways to do this. The easiest is to simply write down your prayer requests in a notebook. Some fun ways to add to this include recording the date God answers your prayers, adding Bible verses related to your requests, and keeping church bulletins/small group notes that list other people's prayer requests in your notebook. Prayer journals can help you organize your thoughts, focus during a quiet time, and remember prayer requests that other people give you. Though you may not think of this as very much of a journal, it actually does a good job of recording what's on your heart and mind, especially if you write out your prayers instead of just the prayer requests. I usually do some of each, depending on what I'm praying about and how much time I have. For tutorials on how to start a prayer journal, check out our Pinterest page!
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Do you keep a journal? If so, how? We'd love to hear from you. Comment below!
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
How to make/find friends!
How to make/find friends!
How do you find and make friends? Well, there all many ways, but we are going to give a few simple tips of how to find good friends. The end of the school year is coming up, and some of you will be making the transition from elementary to junior high, or junior high to high school, and you will be having to make all new friends. These tips will help you do just that.
When you're going into a new school or just going up a grade, it's always a struggle to find the right friends. Also, its hard to find friends when you go to a new church or youth group. Been there; done that. It's hard, but I promise if you are a friend, you'll make friends. This is something the Bible says about friendship "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born from adversity"~ Proverbs 17:17 (or sister). See, it's import to have good friends, and these tips will help.
1~Go to a youth group. Even if your church doesn't have a youth group, that doesn't mean you can't go to one. There has got to be one in your community, you just have to go find it. This is a great way to find good, Christian friends. You might even find someone that goes to your school! And if they don't, that doesn't mean you can't be their friend; that will just bring you to church more because you have go see that friend!
2~You have to be a friend to have friends. I know we've all probably heard that before, but you have to put yourself out there. You can't just sit in the corner and expect people to be drawn to be your friend; you have to act like you want friends. This is very true for public school!
3~Common interests. So if you are on a sports team with someone or in band or something like that, you have somethings in common with that person; so go talk to them about it. You never know: they may have other interests that are the same as yours.
4~Compliment someone on something. First, that will make someone's day a whole lot better, and second, they see your a kind person. People are automatically drawn to you if you're nice more so then when you're mean. This will automatically show them that. Just something like Hey, your hair looks good today or You're really good at volleyball. It can be anything to lift their spirits!
5~Talk to people. I know that sounds weird, but just go up and say, "hey". That is how you start any conversation. Its one of the easiest things you can do to start a friendship.
Hopefully some of these tips will help you in making new friends. I'm about to go into high school and I will probably be using all of these at the school. If you would like me to do some tips on junior high, I will. Just shoot me an email or comment on our Instagram or Facebook page!! Have a great week!
Zoë💜
Saturday, May 21, 2016
How to Write a Summer Bucket List
Summertime always seems to offer endless possibilities. Just think: at least two whole months of sunshine, warm weather, long days, and no school. It's kind of mind-boggling to imagine all that a girl could do in that amount of time. But it's also super exciting to think about!! Hmmm...what COULD I do this summer??
Making a summer bucket list is a great way to organize those "what if this summer I...." thoughts.
Why should I make a summer bucket list?
There are actually a lot of reasons.
~It helps get those creative-juices flowing. (And who doesn't love flowing creative juices?)
~It helps put those great ideas into action. (Just hang it somewhere in you're room where you'll see it often, and it will inspire you a lot this summer to get out there and fulfill your summer dreams!)
~It helps set goals. (That way, you won't reach the end of the summer and think "What on Earth did I waste all my time on these past three months?")
~It's FUN. (A summer bucket list is pretty much made to have some wacky, get-out-there-and-enjoy-yourself items on it, and those are things brighten up your summer and make sure you have a great time.)
Now your question should be, Why shouldn't I make a summer bucket list?.
So let's look at some tips on making your own summer bucket list!! One thought, first, before we begin. When making a summer buckets list, we need to keep our ultimate goals in mind. Out ultimate goals should not be to have fun, do wacky things with friends, or go to the beach. We need to make sure that are ultimate goals are God-centered and for His glory alone. Basically, out ultimate goals should not be whatever we write on your summer bucket lists, or any bucket list for that matter. Though those things are fun and exciting to dream about, they should not control out lives. Of course, there's nothing wrong with dreaming about them or trying to fulfill them. Just as long as they don't take top priority.
That said, let's get started! :D
Actually making a bucket list is basically as easy as it gets. Just grab a piece of paper (lined notebook paper, plain white paper, colored card-stock, decorative paper) and your favorite writing utensils (my favorites are a large variety of colored pens, especially Sharpies and Pilot pens). Then get to work! Be creative, and have some fun. Here are some tips for items you should be sure to add to your bucket list:
1. Health
Add something you know you should be doing to stay healthy/something you would like to start doing more. It should be a reachable goal. How about drink more water this summer? Or for something more specific, buy yourself a cute new water bottle and make it your goal to drink the whole thing twice every day. Other health goals could be eat more vegetables, have fruit with your breakfast, or limit candy to once a week only. If you're going to pick something exercise related, try to go for something doable. What about jog for fifteen minutes every other day? Or attend a zumba class? Putting something health-related on your bucket list will help improve your daily lifestyle and your body. Plus, can't you already imagine that feeling of victory when you actually do it??
2. Beauty
This one is more just for fun. What if you tried one new hairstyle every week? Or committed to becoming a master of some of those complicated makeup techniques? Another fun idea is why not have a beauty party? Invite some friends of this summer to try new hairstyles, paint nails, or test out that face mask recipe you saw on Pinterest.
3. Learning
A great goal to have this summer is to work on remembering all that information you put so much work into learning this past school year. Not MORE school!! you might be thinking. But this can actually turn out to be one of the most fun items on your bucket list. Ideas for adding something in this topic? Pick a subject you're interested in (astronomy? psychology? history?), find a book on it at the library, and make it your goal to read it this summer. Add going to a zoo to your bucket list, and while you're there you can focus on learning about the different animals and about their life styles. If you're going on vacation, research the history of the place you're visiting to find out about what cool events happened there. Think up ideas for a fun and creative way to keep learning this summer, and add them to your bucket list!!
4. Something new
Try something you've never tried before. Never ice skated? Never tried Indian food? Never been kayaking? Even if you're not the adventurous type, this is a great thing to add to your bucket list because it adds a little challenge and excitement to your summer. It doesn't have to be a hard or scary thing, either. You can add something easy and cost free, such as star gaze in your backyard or invent your own recipe.
5. Something you've always wanted to do
Now is as good a time as any to master that new bike trick. How about that complicated French recipe you've been eyeing? Have you always wanted to keep a journal, but you've never had the time? Add at least one of those things to your bucket list, and then do it this summer! You'll be so glad you finally got around to it.
6. Serve
Volunteering at your church's VBS (Vacation Bible School, which most churches have) is a wonderful way to do this. Cleaning out your room and donating your old clothes and toys is another great option. Or you could come up with your own specific idea, such as babysitting once a week for that single mom you know or asking that older couple at church if they need help with yard work. Something simple, such as baking cookies for a sick friend, works just as well, too. Basically, serve someone for Jesus this summer! It's a great way to spend your time.
7. Something with friends
Host a party, organize a prayer group, invite a friend over for a sleepover, or attend a sporting even together. You can do something with a large group of friends or with just one. Whatever you choose, make sure you add your friends to your summer bucket list.
8. Something with family
Some girls spend their summer trying to find ways to avoid spending time with family because suddenly they're at home all day instead of at school, But God gave you your family for a reason, so jot them down on your bucket list, too. Watch a movie you know he'll love with your brother, plan a scavenger hunt for your younger siblings, or plan a coffee date with your mom.
9. Most importantly, something for God
Do you have a specific time each day to meet with God, read the Bible, and pray? If you don't, add finding a specific time to your bucket list, then do it! What about starting a prayer journal/notebook? When I started my prayer journal, I found some tutorials here, here, and here. Another GREAT idea is to start memorizing God's Word. One super helpful guide, is to buy the Navigator's Topical Memory System. I highly encourage checking it out! Be sure to add God to your summer bucket list, however you chose to do that. He's what matters most!!
Elena♥
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Hope you enjoyed these ideas on starting your own summer bucket list! Do you have any tips on making a summer bucket list? Or have you made your own? We would love to see it! Please email is at inspiredtobloom16@gmail.com. Also, Zoë and I each made our own summer bucket lists, and if you'd like to see those, check them out on our Instagram and Facebook pages!!
Making a summer bucket list is a great way to organize those "what if this summer I...." thoughts.
Why should I make a summer bucket list?
There are actually a lot of reasons.
~It helps get those creative-juices flowing. (And who doesn't love flowing creative juices?)
~It helps put those great ideas into action. (Just hang it somewhere in you're room where you'll see it often, and it will inspire you a lot this summer to get out there and fulfill your summer dreams!)
~It helps set goals. (That way, you won't reach the end of the summer and think "What on Earth did I waste all my time on these past three months?")
~It's FUN. (A summer bucket list is pretty much made to have some wacky, get-out-there-and-enjoy-yourself items on it, and those are things brighten up your summer and make sure you have a great time.)
Now your question should be, Why shouldn't I make a summer bucket list?.
So let's look at some tips on making your own summer bucket list!! One thought, first, before we begin. When making a summer buckets list, we need to keep our ultimate goals in mind. Out ultimate goals should not be to have fun, do wacky things with friends, or go to the beach. We need to make sure that are ultimate goals are God-centered and for His glory alone. Basically, out ultimate goals should not be whatever we write on your summer bucket lists, or any bucket list for that matter. Though those things are fun and exciting to dream about, they should not control out lives. Of course, there's nothing wrong with dreaming about them or trying to fulfill them. Just as long as they don't take top priority.
That said, let's get started! :D
Actually making a bucket list is basically as easy as it gets. Just grab a piece of paper (lined notebook paper, plain white paper, colored card-stock, decorative paper) and your favorite writing utensils (my favorites are a large variety of colored pens, especially Sharpies and Pilot pens). Then get to work! Be creative, and have some fun. Here are some tips for items you should be sure to add to your bucket list:
1. Health
Add something you know you should be doing to stay healthy/something you would like to start doing more. It should be a reachable goal. How about drink more water this summer? Or for something more specific, buy yourself a cute new water bottle and make it your goal to drink the whole thing twice every day. Other health goals could be eat more vegetables, have fruit with your breakfast, or limit candy to once a week only. If you're going to pick something exercise related, try to go for something doable. What about jog for fifteen minutes every other day? Or attend a zumba class? Putting something health-related on your bucket list will help improve your daily lifestyle and your body. Plus, can't you already imagine that feeling of victory when you actually do it??
2. Beauty
This one is more just for fun. What if you tried one new hairstyle every week? Or committed to becoming a master of some of those complicated makeup techniques? Another fun idea is why not have a beauty party? Invite some friends of this summer to try new hairstyles, paint nails, or test out that face mask recipe you saw on Pinterest.
3. Learning
A great goal to have this summer is to work on remembering all that information you put so much work into learning this past school year. Not MORE school!! you might be thinking. But this can actually turn out to be one of the most fun items on your bucket list. Ideas for adding something in this topic? Pick a subject you're interested in (astronomy? psychology? history?), find a book on it at the library, and make it your goal to read it this summer. Add going to a zoo to your bucket list, and while you're there you can focus on learning about the different animals and about their life styles. If you're going on vacation, research the history of the place you're visiting to find out about what cool events happened there. Think up ideas for a fun and creative way to keep learning this summer, and add them to your bucket list!!
4. Something new
Try something you've never tried before. Never ice skated? Never tried Indian food? Never been kayaking? Even if you're not the adventurous type, this is a great thing to add to your bucket list because it adds a little challenge and excitement to your summer. It doesn't have to be a hard or scary thing, either. You can add something easy and cost free, such as star gaze in your backyard or invent your own recipe.
5. Something you've always wanted to do
Now is as good a time as any to master that new bike trick. How about that complicated French recipe you've been eyeing? Have you always wanted to keep a journal, but you've never had the time? Add at least one of those things to your bucket list, and then do it this summer! You'll be so glad you finally got around to it.
6. Serve
Volunteering at your church's VBS (Vacation Bible School, which most churches have) is a wonderful way to do this. Cleaning out your room and donating your old clothes and toys is another great option. Or you could come up with your own specific idea, such as babysitting once a week for that single mom you know or asking that older couple at church if they need help with yard work. Something simple, such as baking cookies for a sick friend, works just as well, too. Basically, serve someone for Jesus this summer! It's a great way to spend your time.
7. Something with friends
Host a party, organize a prayer group, invite a friend over for a sleepover, or attend a sporting even together. You can do something with a large group of friends or with just one. Whatever you choose, make sure you add your friends to your summer bucket list.
8. Something with family
Some girls spend their summer trying to find ways to avoid spending time with family because suddenly they're at home all day instead of at school, But God gave you your family for a reason, so jot them down on your bucket list, too. Watch a movie you know he'll love with your brother, plan a scavenger hunt for your younger siblings, or plan a coffee date with your mom.
9. Most importantly, something for God
Do you have a specific time each day to meet with God, read the Bible, and pray? If you don't, add finding a specific time to your bucket list, then do it! What about starting a prayer journal/notebook? When I started my prayer journal, I found some tutorials here, here, and here. Another GREAT idea is to start memorizing God's Word. One super helpful guide, is to buy the Navigator's Topical Memory System. I highly encourage checking it out! Be sure to add God to your summer bucket list, however you chose to do that. He's what matters most!!
Elena♥
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Hope you enjoyed these ideas on starting your own summer bucket list! Do you have any tips on making a summer bucket list? Or have you made your own? We would love to see it! Please email is at inspiredtobloom16@gmail.com. Also, Zoë and I each made our own summer bucket lists, and if you'd like to see those, check them out on our Instagram and Facebook pages!!
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
How you know when you need to break off a friendship.
How do you know when to break off a Friendship?
Friendships are a gift from God and they can be amazing, but sometimes they get out of control. So how do you break them off? I have asked myself this many times and this has actually come up in my life, quite recently. So, I'm going to give you some tips on how you know you should stop being friends with someone and how to do it. This has definitely been a struggle and I thought this might be on someone else's mind too.
How do you know when you need to break off a friendship? Well there are quite a few reasons:
~They're abusive. This can be mental or physical. Such as, if they're telling you that you're rude or mean all the time or if they tell you everyone hates you. Physical is when they hit you or smack you, etc. Abusive relationships sometimes don't seem abusive at first, then they just get worse and worse, and then you don't know what to do.
~If this person is making fun of your religion. Your friends don't have to be of the same religion as you but they shouldn't make fun of you for it. Such as telling you that you purity ring is stupid or telling you the bible is a stupid thing to read. Just things of that nature.
~If they never let you say what you want. So, if they never let you voice your opinion. This doesn't mean you should tell them everything but you should still be able to tell them things. Sometimes, speaking you opinion is the most important part of a friendship because you should be able to tell a friend anything. That's why this is so bad.
~How do you show someone you don't want to be someone's friend? First you should never be rude to this person just because you don't want to be friends with her or him. Mark 12:31 Love your neighbor as yourself. This still applies no matter what situation you are in with this friend. I know it can be very hard at times, but you have to push through. Second, you have to just show them you don't want to be friends with them. Just drop subtle hints that you don't want to be as close, and if this person isn't backing away you may have to confront them. You just have to make sure you are kind and don't necessarily tell them you don't want to be friends with them Just tell them you don't think y'all should be as close of friends anymore. They may not take it well but your going to have to push through because you have to remember why your doing this!
Friend break ups can be just as hard as real breaks but if you handle it the right way it will go over a lot better. You just have to remember that you're doing this for your own good in the long run. So, just push through because you will make new friends and the other person will not bother you if you handled it the right way.
Hopefully, these tips will help you in your friendship battles. I know that things like this have helped me in the past. We are doing a series over friendships so if you have any suggestion please email us, direct message us on Instagram, or comment below! Have a great week!!
Zoë💜
How do you know when you need to break off a friendship? Well there are quite a few reasons:
~They're abusive. This can be mental or physical. Such as, if they're telling you that you're rude or mean all the time or if they tell you everyone hates you. Physical is when they hit you or smack you, etc. Abusive relationships sometimes don't seem abusive at first, then they just get worse and worse, and then you don't know what to do.
~If this person is making fun of your religion. Your friends don't have to be of the same religion as you but they shouldn't make fun of you for it. Such as telling you that you purity ring is stupid or telling you the bible is a stupid thing to read. Just things of that nature.
~If they never let you say what you want. So, if they never let you voice your opinion. This doesn't mean you should tell them everything but you should still be able to tell them things. Sometimes, speaking you opinion is the most important part of a friendship because you should be able to tell a friend anything. That's why this is so bad.
~How do you show someone you don't want to be someone's friend? First you should never be rude to this person just because you don't want to be friends with her or him. Mark 12:31 Love your neighbor as yourself. This still applies no matter what situation you are in with this friend. I know it can be very hard at times, but you have to push through. Second, you have to just show them you don't want to be friends with them. Just drop subtle hints that you don't want to be as close, and if this person isn't backing away you may have to confront them. You just have to make sure you are kind and don't necessarily tell them you don't want to be friends with them Just tell them you don't think y'all should be as close of friends anymore. They may not take it well but your going to have to push through because you have to remember why your doing this!
Friend break ups can be just as hard as real breaks but if you handle it the right way it will go over a lot better. You just have to remember that you're doing this for your own good in the long run. So, just push through because you will make new friends and the other person will not bother you if you handled it the right way.
Hopefully, these tips will help you in your friendship battles. I know that things like this have helped me in the past. We are doing a series over friendships so if you have any suggestion please email us, direct message us on Instagram, or comment below! Have a great week!!
Zoë💜
Saturday, May 14, 2016
Girl Problems
Girl Problems!
Lets be honest we all have those days or weeks (if you know what I mean. Aunt flo was paying you a visit) where nothing seem to go the way we want it to. You know the bad hair days, you can't find anything to wear, or its just a bad day. Well, we have some tips that just might help you get over those bad days; or at least make them better.
Here are a few ways to tackle those bad days!
1~Read you bible. For me this helps a lot when I've had friend troubles or just seems like nothing went my way that day. Just sit down, get out your Bible, and read. A really good inspiring story is Ester. It help a lot; it not only brings you closer to God, but it relaxes you too.
2~ Watch TV. I know TV can be bad for you, but in small doses its good. Just sit down, get a snack, and watch an uplifting show. It will take your mind off of things, if your watching a good show, and it will even make you laugh.
3~ A hobby. So if you like to knit or cook or something like that, do it. It will help you with stress and with taking your mind off of things.
Now here are some ways to help with when Aunt flo comes to town ;)
1~ Eat heathy foods. This will help tremendously with cramps and just your overall attitude. I know it's hard to not give into the cravings, but this will help because some of the foods that we crave can just make us feel bad. I'm not saying you can't have a piece of chocolate, but don't go eat five chocolate bars.
2~ Drink some form of caffeine. Some times we just need that boost of energy. My personal choice would be coffee because I'm a coffeeholic. You can also get it from other things like tea, chocolate, and soda.
3~ Take a shower. Showers can make you feel clean and fresh. Also, when you take a shower it's very soothing, so it can help with some of our crazy hormones.
Hopefully some of these might help you with our girl problem. Hope you have great week!
Zoë💜
Here are a few ways to tackle those bad days!
1~Read you bible. For me this helps a lot when I've had friend troubles or just seems like nothing went my way that day. Just sit down, get out your Bible, and read. A really good inspiring story is Ester. It help a lot; it not only brings you closer to God, but it relaxes you too.
2~ Watch TV. I know TV can be bad for you, but in small doses its good. Just sit down, get a snack, and watch an uplifting show. It will take your mind off of things, if your watching a good show, and it will even make you laugh.
3~ A hobby. So if you like to knit or cook or something like that, do it. It will help you with stress and with taking your mind off of things.
Now here are some ways to help with when Aunt flo comes to town ;)
1~ Eat heathy foods. This will help tremendously with cramps and just your overall attitude. I know it's hard to not give into the cravings, but this will help because some of the foods that we crave can just make us feel bad. I'm not saying you can't have a piece of chocolate, but don't go eat five chocolate bars.
2~ Drink some form of caffeine. Some times we just need that boost of energy. My personal choice would be coffee because I'm a coffeeholic. You can also get it from other things like tea, chocolate, and soda.
3~ Take a shower. Showers can make you feel clean and fresh. Also, when you take a shower it's very soothing, so it can help with some of our crazy hormones.
Hopefully some of these might help you with our girl problem. Hope you have great week!
Zoë💜
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
How to Find a Modest Swimsuit
It's that time of year again: swimsuit season.
Some dread it because they feel embarrassed and self-conscious in a swimsuit. Others can't wait to show off their trendy swimwear. A few don't really care at all because they just want to swim, but others don't care much because they just don't like to swim.
No matter the view, swimsuit season often presents struggles for teen girls (and most women, no matter what age, actually). As Christian teen girls, those struggles don't go away.
In our increasingly immoral, sinful, and self-worshiping world, the American culture continually presents the idea that girls should show off their bodies rather than respect and modestly cover them. One way this happens is during swimsuit season. When looking for swimsuits, I have no trouble at all finding bikinis, strapless suits, cut-out swimwear, and v-neck bodices. It's an entirely different story for modest one-pieces and tankinis with high enough tops, though.
As a Christian, I believe in modesty, even during swimsuit season. Unfortunately, finding a modest swimsuit only seems a more daunting and difficult task every year. Finding just a modest one-piece or tankini wouldn't be that bad, but finding a cute or trendy one takes much more effort. Most modest swimsuit, especially one-pieces, are supposed to sell to an older crowd, and few companies bother to make cute and decent suits (naturally, because they don't sell nearly as well). Thankfully, truly modest and cute swimsuits DO exist, and it just takes some patient searching to find them. Here are a few tips on finding a modest swimsuit, along with links to decent and stylish swimsuits for sale that I have found (and I would most certainly wear any of them myself).
Let's get started!
1. Find a high-necked swimsuit.
High-necked swimsuits are made to be trendy, not modest, but fortunately, they're both! Though a lot of high-necked suits are bikinis, there are also many tankinis and one-pieces. These suits completely avoid the problem of low-cut or v-neck tops, which make them a great option.
The fun pattern on this suit from Swim Outlet really stands out. Paired with a black bottom....adorable.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/fit4u-swimwear-origami-micro-hi-neck-flared-tankini-top-8139943/?color=10852
I like the fun color of this one from Target, though they also offer it in black. And since it's from Target, the price is not bad at all compared to other companies.
Link: http://www.target.com/p/women-s-solid-high-neck-tankini-top-aqua-green/-/A-50480040#prodSlot=medium_3_45&term=womens+swimsuits
This swimsuit is pretty (ok, really) expensive, but it's a great example of a cute high-top one piece swimsuit.
Link: http://swimsummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Nanette-Lepore-Womens-Carmenita-Seductress-High-Neck-One-Piece-Swimsuit-Black-Large-0.jpg
2. Try swim shorts.
Though some (including myself) don't immediately jump at the idea of swim shorts as a fashionable swim option, they can actually add a lot of style to your swimwear. Unfortunately, most are just as tight as a bikini bottom and they don't cover a ton of leg, but they cover much more than a small bikini bottom does. (Note: the ones I show below are all black or grey, but a little searching produces bright blue or hot pink shorts that pair well with a more subtle top)
These swim shorts from Target have an adorable ruffle and bow on the side, which I love. It adds a lot to the shorts.
Link: http://www.target.com/p/women-s-side-ruch-short-bikini-bottom-mossimo/-/A-50408973#prodSlot=medium_1_12&term=womens+swimsuits
These board shorts from Macy's look super sporty without seeming weird or awkward. A great choice, especially if you swim at the beach or in a lake.
Link: http://slimages.macysassets.com/is/image/MCY/products/2/optimized/1839602_fpx.tif?op_sharpen=1&wid=400&hei=489&fit=fit,1&$filterlrg$
I love the flower pattern on these Swim Outlet board shorts. They also come in a bright blue with orange trim, which would look great paired with a white or light blue top.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/hurley-phantom-block-25-party-printed-beachrider-boardshort-8138967/?color=50466
3. Take a look at active-wear suits.
Admittedly, many of these are not as fun or bright as fashion suits, but they tend to be much more modest. And many actually come in adorable patterns and flashy colors that you might not expect from active swimwear. As a competetive, year-round swimmer, these are the type of suits I wear to practice, and when I swim I want them to fit tightly. With a comfortable size, though, you'll be ready to hit the pool any summer day! (Tip: polyester suits don't wear out quickly, which make them perfect for swimming daily or lap swimming)
This super fun, bright pink camouflage pattern also comes in blue in green.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/sporti-modern-camo-thin-strap-swimsuit-22865/?color=29677
Called "Color Fusion" with the color named "Vibrant Yellow." Wows all over the place. It even has decorative straps in the back!
Link: http://www.speedousa.com/women/womens-swimwear/womens-fitness-swimwear/color-fusion-thin-strap---powerflex-eco/style-7723016
On a plainer note, this classic style active swimsuit comes in a variety of plain colors, from royal purple to bright orange.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/nike-swim-polyester-cut-out-tank-swimsuit-5065/?color=9325
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I hope these tips can aid you in your quest for a modest swimsuit this season! Remember that even if these don't work, you can find cute, modest swimsuits from companies like Title Nine or Athleta that work well, just cost much more money. Whatever swimsuit you decide you, keep in mind your goal: honoring God with modesty. Ultimately, honoring God is what matters most.
Enjoy your swimsuit season!!
Elena♥
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Which of these suits do you like the best? Do you have more tips on finding a modest swimsuit? Or do you own one that you just love, and would like to share? Please comment below, and leave links to your favorites!!
Some dread it because they feel embarrassed and self-conscious in a swimsuit. Others can't wait to show off their trendy swimwear. A few don't really care at all because they just want to swim, but others don't care much because they just don't like to swim.
No matter the view, swimsuit season often presents struggles for teen girls (and most women, no matter what age, actually). As Christian teen girls, those struggles don't go away.
In our increasingly immoral, sinful, and self-worshiping world, the American culture continually presents the idea that girls should show off their bodies rather than respect and modestly cover them. One way this happens is during swimsuit season. When looking for swimsuits, I have no trouble at all finding bikinis, strapless suits, cut-out swimwear, and v-neck bodices. It's an entirely different story for modest one-pieces and tankinis with high enough tops, though.
As a Christian, I believe in modesty, even during swimsuit season. Unfortunately, finding a modest swimsuit only seems a more daunting and difficult task every year. Finding just a modest one-piece or tankini wouldn't be that bad, but finding a cute or trendy one takes much more effort. Most modest swimsuit, especially one-pieces, are supposed to sell to an older crowd, and few companies bother to make cute and decent suits (naturally, because they don't sell nearly as well). Thankfully, truly modest and cute swimsuits DO exist, and it just takes some patient searching to find them. Here are a few tips on finding a modest swimsuit, along with links to decent and stylish swimsuits for sale that I have found (and I would most certainly wear any of them myself).
Let's get started!
1. Find a high-necked swimsuit.
High-necked swimsuits are made to be trendy, not modest, but fortunately, they're both! Though a lot of high-necked suits are bikinis, there are also many tankinis and one-pieces. These suits completely avoid the problem of low-cut or v-neck tops, which make them a great option.
The fun pattern on this suit from Swim Outlet really stands out. Paired with a black bottom....adorable.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/fit4u-swimwear-origami-micro-hi-neck-flared-tankini-top-8139943/?color=10852
I like the fun color of this one from Target, though they also offer it in black. And since it's from Target, the price is not bad at all compared to other companies.
Link: http://www.target.com/p/women-s-solid-high-neck-tankini-top-aqua-green/-/A-50480040#prodSlot=medium_3_45&term=womens+swimsuits
This swimsuit is pretty (ok, really) expensive, but it's a great example of a cute high-top one piece swimsuit.
Link: http://swimsummit.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Nanette-Lepore-Womens-Carmenita-Seductress-High-Neck-One-Piece-Swimsuit-Black-Large-0.jpg
2. Try swim shorts.
Though some (including myself) don't immediately jump at the idea of swim shorts as a fashionable swim option, they can actually add a lot of style to your swimwear. Unfortunately, most are just as tight as a bikini bottom and they don't cover a ton of leg, but they cover much more than a small bikini bottom does. (Note: the ones I show below are all black or grey, but a little searching produces bright blue or hot pink shorts that pair well with a more subtle top)
These swim shorts from Target have an adorable ruffle and bow on the side, which I love. It adds a lot to the shorts.
Link: http://www.target.com/p/women-s-side-ruch-short-bikini-bottom-mossimo/-/A-50408973#prodSlot=medium_1_12&term=womens+swimsuits
These board shorts from Macy's look super sporty without seeming weird or awkward. A great choice, especially if you swim at the beach or in a lake.
Link: http://slimages.macysassets.com/is/image/MCY/products/2/optimized/1839602_fpx.tif?op_sharpen=1&wid=400&hei=489&fit=fit,1&$filterlrg$
I love the flower pattern on these Swim Outlet board shorts. They also come in a bright blue with orange trim, which would look great paired with a white or light blue top.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/hurley-phantom-block-25-party-printed-beachrider-boardshort-8138967/?color=50466
3. Take a look at active-wear suits.
Admittedly, many of these are not as fun or bright as fashion suits, but they tend to be much more modest. And many actually come in adorable patterns and flashy colors that you might not expect from active swimwear. As a competetive, year-round swimmer, these are the type of suits I wear to practice, and when I swim I want them to fit tightly. With a comfortable size, though, you'll be ready to hit the pool any summer day! (Tip: polyester suits don't wear out quickly, which make them perfect for swimming daily or lap swimming)
This super fun, bright pink camouflage pattern also comes in blue in green.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/sporti-modern-camo-thin-strap-swimsuit-22865/?color=29677
Called "Color Fusion" with the color named "Vibrant Yellow." Wows all over the place. It even has decorative straps in the back!
Link: http://www.speedousa.com/women/womens-swimwear/womens-fitness-swimwear/color-fusion-thin-strap---powerflex-eco/style-7723016
On a plainer note, this classic style active swimsuit comes in a variety of plain colors, from royal purple to bright orange.
Link: http://www.swimoutlet.com/p/nike-swim-polyester-cut-out-tank-swimsuit-5065/?color=9325
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I hope these tips can aid you in your quest for a modest swimsuit this season! Remember that even if these don't work, you can find cute, modest swimsuits from companies like Title Nine or Athleta that work well, just cost much more money. Whatever swimsuit you decide you, keep in mind your goal: honoring God with modesty. Ultimately, honoring God is what matters most.
Enjoy your swimsuit season!!
Elena♥
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Which of these suits do you like the best? Do you have more tips on finding a modest swimsuit? Or do you own one that you just love, and would like to share? Please comment below, and leave links to your favorites!!
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Why We Should Press On to the End of the School Year
We all know the feeling. Last day of school. Summer just around the corner. Excitement buzzes in the air as loudly as a swarm of bees. Classes are all utterly unfocused, and the teachers only hope to control the students, not really teach anything. States testing is over, homework is long gone, and everyone's ready for lazy days of sleeping in and doing nothing. Ahhhhh. We're all ready for that day.
Bad news: it's not that day yet. School isn't over yet, though summer is drawing closer every day. Some states finish school much earlier than other states. Zoë will be done in just a few weeks, but here in Washington state the kids stay in school until almost the middle of June. Wherever you are, though, school is almost over. But not quite yet.
Now what? What do we do well we wait for summer to finally arrive? Most schools stay extremely focused until states testing is over, and then classes dissolve into little work, little learning, and little teaching. I'm home-schooled, but I know enough public-schooled people to know that this is true. So what should we do between that state-testing time to the last day of school??
Paul writes us the answer in Colossians 3:23, NIV.
Bad news: it's not that day yet. School isn't over yet, though summer is drawing closer every day. Some states finish school much earlier than other states. Zoë will be done in just a few weeks, but here in Washington state the kids stay in school until almost the middle of June. Wherever you are, though, school is almost over. But not quite yet.
Now what? What do we do well we wait for summer to finally arrive? Most schools stay extremely focused until states testing is over, and then classes dissolve into little work, little learning, and little teaching. I'm home-schooled, but I know enough public-schooled people to know that this is true. So what should we do between that state-testing time to the last day of school??
Paul writes us the answer in Colossians 3:23, NIV.
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters."
God calls us to work at our schoolwork with all our hearts, and this applies even to those almost-summer moments when we don't have much to do. He calls us to a life of not conforming to the ways of the world. At this time of year, other students tend to give up, work halfheartedly, and pay little attention in classes as they wait for summer to arrive. And of course, many classes really don't have much to pay attention to so close to summer. But that doesn't make a difference. We are STILL called to work at our schoolwork, whatever it may be, with ALL our hearts. That is why we must push through and press on to the end of the school year.
What happens when we lose motivation to push through to the end?? I'll admit, it can be really challenging to stay focused, motivated, and hardworking when summer draws near. But notice what Paul said in the second half of that verse: "...as working for the Lord, not for human masters." When we lose motivation and focus, we must remember why and for whom we're working. God says not to work for human masters, which includes teachers, parents, and even ourselves. He says instead to work for Him. And when we remember that we're working for the Creator of the Universe, it's a lot easier to work with all our hearts.
Now we know what to do during the last few weeks of school as we (often impatiently) await summertime. 1) Work at this remaining schoolwork with all our hearts. 2) We can do this without losing focus or motivation because we are working for God.
Therefore, I encourage you to press on, push through, and strive to finish this 2015-2016 school year. Then we can much more fully enjoy summer and all the blessings that arrive with it.
Elena ♥
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Do you have any tips or or stories to share about pushing through to the end of the school year?? We'd love to hear them!! Comment below, or email us!
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
5 Skin Care Tips and Tricks!!
5 Skin Care Tips and Tricks
Were going to switch it up today and talk about skin care. Skin care is one of the most important things you need to add into your routine. Here are a 5 ways you can do that:1~Wash your face twice a day! Once at night before you go to bed and once in the morning before you put your makeup on (if you wear any). When you wash your face it gets off all the oils from the day and night and it will take off all your makeup.
2~Never go to sleep with your makeup on! I know it may seem like a good idea at the time, but just think of all the product you put on your face in the morning when you get ready and all of that going into your skin. It also can cause breakouts-and that's never pretty.
3~ Put moisturizer on twice a day! Think about it like this: you wash your face and by that you strip a lot of oils from it, and by moisturizing you put a whole lot of oils you need back into your skin. Even if you have oily skin you can't skip this step, just make sure to use an oil fee moisturizer.
4~ Always wear sunscreen! I know that I always want a tan as much as the next girl but there are many side affects like premature aging of the skin and a higher risk of skin cancer. So just make sure you either wear a foundation with some sunscreen in it or put some on before you spend to much time out in the sun.
5~ If you suffer from acne, look at your diet! Products that contain hormones, such as milk and meat products, can cause you to break out.
I hope some of these thing will help your skin look better going into these summer months. I did speak to an esthetician all of the things above. Remember you have to respect what God gave you on this earth and by keeping your skin heathy is one way of doing that. I hope y'all have a great week!
Zoë💜
Saturday, April 30, 2016
Does the Bible Really have ALL the Answers? (Part 2)
Well, does it?? Does the Bible really have ALL the answers?
Last week (in Does the Bible Really have ALL the Answers? Part 1), I basically came to two conclusions:
1. No, the Bible obviously doesn't have every answer for every specific problem in life.
2. Yes, the Bible does give us all the answers we need on how to live and how not to live, especially since Jesus gave us the most important commandments for life in Matthew 22:37-39.
Now we have reached another important point:
3. Yes, the Bible does give us all the answers we need because the Bible reveals God to us, and He has all the specific answers.
The Bible tells us an incredible amount about God. After all, the entire book is a beautiful, real-life story about Him. His Word tells us of His love (1 John 4:8, Romans 5:8), His justice (Isaiah 61:8, Job 34:12), His faithfulness (Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 36:5), His holiness (Psalm 22:3, Isaiah 57:15), His power (Mark 10:27, Psalm 93:1), and SO much more.
(After each aspect of God, I put just two verses to give a tiny example of what the Bible says about God, but there are many more verses than just those ones. Try doing and internet search for "Bible verses about God's love," and you'll see just how many there are.)
All right, the Bible reveals God to us. But does GOD have all the answers??
That is a huge question for another time, and it is also something every human must answers personally, from the depths of the heart. However, if you already believe that God has all the answers and you now clearly see that the Bible leads us to God, then clearly, the Bible leads us to all the answers we need in life.
As the psalmist wrote in Psalm 139:1-3, "O LORD, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways." God knows your troubles, your questions, and your heart. He wants you to let Him lead your life. So dive into His Word, and let Him.
If you do that, give yourself to Him and listen to Him through the Bible, then, just as Psalm 119:105 says, His Word will become a lamp for your feet and a light for your path.
Elena ♥
Last week (in Does the Bible Really have ALL the Answers? Part 1), I basically came to two conclusions:
1. No, the Bible obviously doesn't have every answer for every specific problem in life.
2. Yes, the Bible does give us all the answers we need on how to live and how not to live, especially since Jesus gave us the most important commandments for life in Matthew 22:37-39.
Now we have reached another important point:
3. Yes, the Bible does give us all the answers we need because the Bible reveals God to us, and He has all the specific answers.
The Bible tells us an incredible amount about God. After all, the entire book is a beautiful, real-life story about Him. His Word tells us of His love (1 John 4:8, Romans 5:8), His justice (Isaiah 61:8, Job 34:12), His faithfulness (Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 36:5), His holiness (Psalm 22:3, Isaiah 57:15), His power (Mark 10:27, Psalm 93:1), and SO much more.
(After each aspect of God, I put just two verses to give a tiny example of what the Bible says about God, but there are many more verses than just those ones. Try doing and internet search for "Bible verses about God's love," and you'll see just how many there are.)
All right, the Bible reveals God to us. But does GOD have all the answers??
That is a huge question for another time, and it is also something every human must answers personally, from the depths of the heart. However, if you already believe that God has all the answers and you now clearly see that the Bible leads us to God, then clearly, the Bible leads us to all the answers we need in life.
As the psalmist wrote in Psalm 139:1-3, "O LORD, you have searched me and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways." God knows your troubles, your questions, and your heart. He wants you to let Him lead your life. So dive into His Word, and let Him.
If you do that, give yourself to Him and listen to Him through the Bible, then, just as Psalm 119:105 says, His Word will become a lamp for your feet and a light for your path.
Elena ♥
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
How to Stay Clean When Everything Else is Dirty
How to Stay Clean When Everything Else is Dirty
Being a Godly person in our society is very hard, I get it. I go to public school. There a lot of things I wish I had never seen or heard. When everyone around you is cussing and having sex what do you do? Well thats a good question. I know that I struggle with this everyday I step foot into my school building but I hope some of these tips will help you.
1. Find a good friend group. I know when I go to school at the beginning of the year I always think to myself "will I make the right decisions this year?" Well, a good indicator of that is what kind of friends you start hanging out with. So, if you don't want to start cussing then find friends that don't cuss. I know it can be hard to find friends but think of it like this there's probably someone else out there that wants a friend just like you, you just have to go find them.
2. Keep a bible verse that speaks to you in a place you know you see all the time. So at school I have a sheet of paper that I keep in my planner with a few of my favorite bible verses on it so when ever I open my planner I see them I'm always reminded to be true to God. One that I really love is "Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right , whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if anything is praise worthy think about such things" ~ Philippians 4:8. This can also help you minister to others.
3.Remembering that God is with you. I know we all want to be popular and have a ton of friends, but we always need to know that God is with us and will never leave us. We all know friends come and go and that they will be rude at times but God is constant. If we know that God is with us then we will always have a friend we can talk to. In Isaiah 41:10 it says "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.". See he will never leave you. You can always go to him for anything.
4. Be careful what you watch, read ,and listen to. Its not only the people you're around its what you listen, watch and read. We probably have heard the saying you are what you eat well it goes the same way with what you hear. When I was younger, my mom could always tell if I had been watching this one show and eventually she made me stop watching it. I never thought it influenced my attitude but now I know it did a whole lot more then I thought. Anyways the moral of the story is if you don't want to talk, act, or have the attitude of the people you watch or listen to then don't watch it. In Proverbs 4:23 its says "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.". So, if you guard your heart from the bad things you watch, read or listen to, then better things will come out of you.
5.Make smart decisions. I know that sounds so typical and all and that you have heard it a thousand times. I know, I have too, But I know for sure it is true. I know it maybe hard not to go to that party that even your mom said you could go to but you know there's going to be drinking. But it will save you a lot of pain and other not so fun things in the long run. Just make sure making the decision that Jesus would do if he were in your situation. I know that's cheesy but its true and its a lot harder than it sounds.
I want y'all (yes I just said y'all. I'm from Texas. OK? that's how we talk! LOL) to know that I'm going through all the same junk you're going through so I know its not easy. You're not alone, but I really do hope some of this helps. I have learned some this from my mom and friends and just from personal experiences. I really do encourage y'all to talk to your moms and friends about this too. I hope this can help y'all with your struggles!
Please do go comment on our Instagram and Facebook! We would love to hear what y'all want us to write about next!! Have a great week!
Zoë💜
3.Remembering that God is with you. I know we all want to be popular and have a ton of friends, but we always need to know that God is with us and will never leave us. We all know friends come and go and that they will be rude at times but God is constant. If we know that God is with us then we will always have a friend we can talk to. In Isaiah 41:10 it says "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.". See he will never leave you. You can always go to him for anything.
4. Be careful what you watch, read ,and listen to. Its not only the people you're around its what you listen, watch and read. We probably have heard the saying you are what you eat well it goes the same way with what you hear. When I was younger, my mom could always tell if I had been watching this one show and eventually she made me stop watching it. I never thought it influenced my attitude but now I know it did a whole lot more then I thought. Anyways the moral of the story is if you don't want to talk, act, or have the attitude of the people you watch or listen to then don't watch it. In Proverbs 4:23 its says "Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.". So, if you guard your heart from the bad things you watch, read or listen to, then better things will come out of you.
5.Make smart decisions. I know that sounds so typical and all and that you have heard it a thousand times. I know, I have too, But I know for sure it is true. I know it maybe hard not to go to that party that even your mom said you could go to but you know there's going to be drinking. But it will save you a lot of pain and other not so fun things in the long run. Just make sure making the decision that Jesus would do if he were in your situation. I know that's cheesy but its true and its a lot harder than it sounds.
I want y'all (yes I just said y'all. I'm from Texas. OK? that's how we talk! LOL) to know that I'm going through all the same junk you're going through so I know its not easy. You're not alone, but I really do hope some of this helps. I have learned some this from my mom and friends and just from personal experiences. I really do encourage y'all to talk to your moms and friends about this too. I hope this can help y'all with your struggles!
Please do go comment on our Instagram and Facebook! We would love to hear what y'all want us to write about next!! Have a great week!
Zoë💜
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Getting in-touch and Our Schedule!
How to Get In-touch!
I know we have been having some issues with comments and we do apologize for that, but here's some other ways you can get in-touch with us!
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(those our the usernames.)
Email~ inspiredtobloom16@gmail.com
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We really do hope you go follow us on one of these or all of these if you can! We will be posting regularly on all of those, so we hope you go check them out!
Our Schedule!!
We will be posting a page on this blog every Wednesdays & Saturdays. I know this one isn't on either one of those days but this is different. Everything from now on with be on these days, we know some of ours have not been on these days, but we will not be doing that unless it's something like this.
Have a great week and go check us out on the sites above!
Zoë&Elena
Does the Bible really have ALL the answers? (Part 1)
Well, does it? Does the Bible really have ALL the answers? Does it really say what to do in any and every situation?
It turns out, yes, it does. Well, and it doesn't.
God gave us the Bible as a guidline, a roadmap, and a how-to book on life. It would make sense, then, for it to have all the answers to all our questions. After all, if it didn't, what would be the point of even having it?
But if it does have all the answers, then where in the Bible does it say what to do if your best friend starts dating your crush? Where in the Bible does it say what to do if your parents tell you to be home by ten, but all your friends are staying at the party until later? Where in the Bible does it say what to do if your sibling "borrows" your phone with out your permission, and then proceds to drop it and crack the screen? What guidelines does the Bible giving about kissing when dating?
The Bible does not have specific answers to all of these questions. It does not say "If thou brother breaketh thou iPhone, then thou shalt do such-and-such." No. It just doesn't give specific instructions for each and every situation.
Now, hold up. You just said the Bible does have all the answers. And that if it didn't what would be the point of it. Now you're saying it doesn't?? Then what IS the point of it????
Yes, that is what I just said. The Bible doesn't give specific instructions for everything. Yet our perfect God made a perfect guideline for our lives, so His Word, the Bible, obviously does still matter. How does that work?
Even though God doesn't tell us everything in the Bible (after all, if He did, our earthly human minds just wouldn't be able to handle it), He still gave us many commandments and guidelines for life. In fact, He even gave us the two most important commandments EVER in Matthew chapter 22. He even told ust that these were the most important.
Jesus told His listeners (and us) in Matthew 22:37-39 the most important rules in life:
"Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: "Love your neighbor as yourself." ' "
God told us in His Word the most important things to do in life: love God and love your neighbor. And as it turns out, these two commandments apply in every situation.
Your best friend dates your crush.
Love your neighbor (or in this case your best friend) as yourself.
Your parents told you to go home, but your friends are staying.
Love God and love your parents as yourself.
Your brother cracked your phone.
Love your brother as yourself.
You don't know how far is "ok" to go with your boyfriend.
Love God.
If we are truly seeking God and the way He wants us to live our lives, the only truly right place to go is the Bible. We need to keep in mind these two commandments God gave us are the most important when we are trying to make decisions and seeking answers to all of life's questions and problems. We also need to study the rest of His Word and commandments and truths, for there are many other verses that explain to us what to do in life and how to please God in each and every situation. Our perfect God gave us a perfect guideline for life, so we need to pay attention to what He says in it.
Please share your thoughts on this subject below!!
Remember to love God and love your neighbor as yourself.
Elena💗
It turns out, yes, it does. Well, and it doesn't.
God gave us the Bible as a guidline, a roadmap, and a how-to book on life. It would make sense, then, for it to have all the answers to all our questions. After all, if it didn't, what would be the point of even having it?
But if it does have all the answers, then where in the Bible does it say what to do if your best friend starts dating your crush? Where in the Bible does it say what to do if your parents tell you to be home by ten, but all your friends are staying at the party until later? Where in the Bible does it say what to do if your sibling "borrows" your phone with out your permission, and then proceds to drop it and crack the screen? What guidelines does the Bible giving about kissing when dating?
The Bible does not have specific answers to all of these questions. It does not say "If thou brother breaketh thou iPhone, then thou shalt do such-and-such." No. It just doesn't give specific instructions for each and every situation.
Now, hold up. You just said the Bible does have all the answers. And that if it didn't what would be the point of it. Now you're saying it doesn't?? Then what IS the point of it????
Yes, that is what I just said. The Bible doesn't give specific instructions for everything. Yet our perfect God made a perfect guideline for our lives, so His Word, the Bible, obviously does still matter. How does that work?
Even though God doesn't tell us everything in the Bible (after all, if He did, our earthly human minds just wouldn't be able to handle it), He still gave us many commandments and guidelines for life. In fact, He even gave us the two most important commandments EVER in Matthew chapter 22. He even told ust that these were the most important.
Jesus told His listeners (and us) in Matthew 22:37-39 the most important rules in life:
"Jesus replied: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: "Love your neighbor as yourself." ' "
God told us in His Word the most important things to do in life: love God and love your neighbor. And as it turns out, these two commandments apply in every situation.
Your best friend dates your crush.
Love your neighbor (or in this case your best friend) as yourself.
Your parents told you to go home, but your friends are staying.
Love God and love your parents as yourself.
Your brother cracked your phone.
Love your brother as yourself.
You don't know how far is "ok" to go with your boyfriend.
Love God.
If we are truly seeking God and the way He wants us to live our lives, the only truly right place to go is the Bible. We need to keep in mind these two commandments God gave us are the most important when we are trying to make decisions and seeking answers to all of life's questions and problems. We also need to study the rest of His Word and commandments and truths, for there are many other verses that explain to us what to do in life and how to please God in each and every situation. Our perfect God gave us a perfect guideline for life, so we need to pay attention to what He says in it.
Please share your thoughts on this subject below!!
Remember to love God and love your neighbor as yourself.
Elena💗
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
About Us
Elena
A few things to know about me:
-I love Jesus. Daily I must take up my cross and follow Him, and daily His patience with me is abundant.
-I'm a teen girl. All those feelings and frustrations and doubts and joys of being a teen girl...Yep, that's pretty much me.
-I'm homeschooled. I've been homeschooled all my life, and I love it. Am I open to going to public school? Of course! But I'm perfectly happy just being homeschooled :)
-I SWIM. Seriously, I'm basically in love with swimming. And not just the floating-around-in-the-pool-when-the-weather's-nice-during-the-summer swimming. No, working out at the pool six days a week and sacrificing my weekends to go to a swim meet and freaking out over dropping half a second swimming. Oh, yeah.
-I'm a military kid. (Formally known as a brat. No, not that kind of brat.) My dad's in the Air Force, meaning I move about every two years. Am I used to moving?? Yes. It's a part of my life. Do I like to move?? Not exactly. But I'm happy to go wherever God puts me at that time in my life.
Zoë
-I love Jesus. He's a very real part of my life, and I seek to honor Him in all I say and think and do.
-I'm a teen girl! I live the life of a teen girl, and I can TOTALLY relate to ALL of the ups and downs of being one!
-I do go to public school, so I can relate to all the struggles and stresses of being there, too. But I also love public school!
-I LOVE Sprint car racing! The rush you get from seeing those cars fly by you! It's just so amazing! (You may be asking yourself "what the heck are sprint cars?" Well, all I have to say to that is you'll just have to look it up)
-I love makeup, beauty, and shopping! Elena and I both do ;)
- I have true passion for history. When people say "oh, yeah, I like history," well, they haven't met me because I am the DEFINITION of liking history.
Us
Despite that the blog says our last name is Bloom, it's not. We're not sisters. Just best friends who love having a good time together :)
Zoë and Elena met when Elena moved to Texas and started attending the same church as Zoë. We were each about eight years old, and ever since then, even after Elena moved from Texas, we have stayed best friends. Though our relationship consistently requries work, we hope to remain that way forever. <3
We both are Christians and believe that the entire Bible is the pure truth of God. It's a challenge every day, but Jesus is at work within each of our hearts.
Though Bloom is not our real name, we entered our it as that because we want to bloom, every day and in every way, for Jesus. I (Elena) read a short story once about a girl who conisdered herself more of a weed than a flower. Average. Nothing special. Just a part of the crowd. Nobody really loves her, but everybody likes her. A weed. Not a flower. What she didn't understand was that she already was a flower. She was fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of a holy, perfect-in-every-way King of the universe. God wanted her to know that. God wanted her to know that He loved her an unmatachable amount. He wanted her to devote herself to Him in every area of life. He wanted her to take up her cross daily and follow Him wherever He lead. So that's what we're here to do: follow Him, trust Him, and believe what He says to us through His Word.
We hope to use this blog to discover more of who God is, how His truth applies to our lives, and who we are in Him. It is our prayer that it does the same for you, and that you are encouraged that you are not the only Christain teen girl out there struggling with these issues!
Our Goal~ We want to bloom in Jesus and for Jesus. We want our roots to be in Him, and for Him to be the living water that rains down upon us. We are already flowers, but we may not be blooming in the way God designed for us. So let us press on to know Him. And as He inspires us to bloom in Him and for Him, may you also be inspired to bloom.
Elena & Zoë💜
A few things to know about me:
-I love Jesus. Daily I must take up my cross and follow Him, and daily His patience with me is abundant.
-I'm a teen girl. All those feelings and frustrations and doubts and joys of being a teen girl...Yep, that's pretty much me.
-I'm homeschooled. I've been homeschooled all my life, and I love it. Am I open to going to public school? Of course! But I'm perfectly happy just being homeschooled :)
-I SWIM. Seriously, I'm basically in love with swimming. And not just the floating-around-in-the-pool-when-the-weather's-nice-during-the-summer swimming. No, working out at the pool six days a week and sacrificing my weekends to go to a swim meet and freaking out over dropping half a second swimming. Oh, yeah.
-I'm a military kid. (Formally known as a brat. No, not that kind of brat.) My dad's in the Air Force, meaning I move about every two years. Am I used to moving?? Yes. It's a part of my life. Do I like to move?? Not exactly. But I'm happy to go wherever God puts me at that time in my life.
Zoë
-I love Jesus. He's a very real part of my life, and I seek to honor Him in all I say and think and do.
-I'm a teen girl! I live the life of a teen girl, and I can TOTALLY relate to ALL of the ups and downs of being one!
-I do go to public school, so I can relate to all the struggles and stresses of being there, too. But I also love public school!
-I LOVE Sprint car racing! The rush you get from seeing those cars fly by you! It's just so amazing! (You may be asking yourself "what the heck are sprint cars?" Well, all I have to say to that is you'll just have to look it up)
-I love makeup, beauty, and shopping! Elena and I both do ;)
- I have true passion for history. When people say "oh, yeah, I like history," well, they haven't met me because I am the DEFINITION of liking history.
Us
Despite that the blog says our last name is Bloom, it's not. We're not sisters. Just best friends who love having a good time together :)
Zoë and Elena met when Elena moved to Texas and started attending the same church as Zoë. We were each about eight years old, and ever since then, even after Elena moved from Texas, we have stayed best friends. Though our relationship consistently requries work, we hope to remain that way forever. <3
We both are Christians and believe that the entire Bible is the pure truth of God. It's a challenge every day, but Jesus is at work within each of our hearts.
Though Bloom is not our real name, we entered our it as that because we want to bloom, every day and in every way, for Jesus. I (Elena) read a short story once about a girl who conisdered herself more of a weed than a flower. Average. Nothing special. Just a part of the crowd. Nobody really loves her, but everybody likes her. A weed. Not a flower. What she didn't understand was that she already was a flower. She was fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of a holy, perfect-in-every-way King of the universe. God wanted her to know that. God wanted her to know that He loved her an unmatachable amount. He wanted her to devote herself to Him in every area of life. He wanted her to take up her cross daily and follow Him wherever He lead. So that's what we're here to do: follow Him, trust Him, and believe what He says to us through His Word.
We hope to use this blog to discover more of who God is, how His truth applies to our lives, and who we are in Him. It is our prayer that it does the same for you, and that you are encouraged that you are not the only Christain teen girl out there struggling with these issues!
Our Goal~ We want to bloom in Jesus and for Jesus. We want our roots to be in Him, and for Him to be the living water that rains down upon us. We are already flowers, but we may not be blooming in the way God designed for us. So let us press on to know Him. And as He inspires us to bloom in Him and for Him, may you also be inspired to bloom.
Elena & Zoë💜
Should I get a purity ring?
Should I Get a Purity Ring?
Should I get a purity ring? There are many sides to this. I have some friends who say "Why should I get a ring to show something I already know?" Others that say "A purity ring is a good way to always show that your staying true to God." Then there are some people who are like "What the heck is purity ring?". Well, I'm going to try to explain all of that to you in this!
What is a purity ring? A purity ring is a ring you conventionally get from your father; others don't (buy it for themselves, grandparents give it, friends get them together...), which is totally ok. Anyway, when you get this ring you make a promise to your parents, God, and yourself to stay pure sexually and emotionally until marriage. Some people even go so far as to sign a contract. Which is completely fine, I'm just saying that many people go pretty far with this. You put this ring on the finger your wedding ring goes on so that the ring you replace your purity ring with is your engagement ring.
Now, onto the question "Why should I get a ring to show something that I ready know?" Well, the only answer I have for that is that its a reminder of that promise. I know that may sound weird, but many people have values and then realize they have gone way too far from them. In many cases, you can keep your values but some times you go too far with a guy and you look back and think I thought I had values. It is also a symbolic thing; like , "Hey, I'm taken and now you know my values and my standards."
For those of us who know what a purity ring is and are wondering, "How do I ask my parents for one?" Well, to be honest just ask. I know it can be a touchy subject but I think if your parents hold the same values as you do, they will understand and will want you to have one. At the same time, don't say "You should get me a purity ring." You might want to give some reasons or even explain to your parents what it is.
Another big question is, "Why should I stay pure until marriage?" Well, first of all you need to understand it is a personal choice but at the same time it does say in 1 Thessalonians 4:3 "God wants you to be holy and to stay away from sexual sins." It also says in 1 Corinthians 6:18 "Flee from sexual immorality". So, if your interpretation of those verses is to stay pure till marriage, then thats what you should do.
I really do think it is a personal choice on whether you should stay pure till marriage, to get a purity ring, or not to. It is totally up to you. I personally made the decision to get one. I decided to do this a while ago and I'm very happy I did. This is one of decisions you make in life that is completely and utterly up to YOU. I think that if God is leading you to do this, then you should, and if you don't feel like that is what you want, then don't.
I hope this helped you make some kind of decision on where you stand. Its also ok if you are undecided, too. The best thing I can tell you to do is pray, pray, and pray about it. You can also talk to your Mom, Grandma, Aunt, etc. If you want to hear my story about my purity ring just comment down below and I'll get right on that! I hope you have great day!!!
Zoë💜
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