Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
9 Ways to Create a Strong Faith in Your Kids
Polling finds that 94% of people become Christians or decide on the faith they will follow (or lack of faith these days) before the age of 18 -- and most them much younger and research shows that parents are number one in forming their children’s spiritual lives,...
Jessica Hottle: Breaking Up With the Lies of Your Past (PODCAST)
Jessica Hottle is a Christian writer, podcast host, speaker, and coach for women. Her new book, "Face Off With Your Feelings: Break Up with the Lies of Your Past and Embrace the Truth For Your Future" is available for pre-order now on her website. According to her...
Big Brothers Big Sisters: We Need YOUR Help!
For the past 3 years, I've been a Big Sister to Calajah, my Little Sister through Big Brothers Big Sisters, an organization I have come to love and adore. I was inspired to take up mentoring after doing some research on vulnerable children for my 2018 book. When I...
5 Ways the Evangelical Church is Thriving
Lately, people have been lamenting the transformation on "evangelicals" in the United States. In a viral piece this week in the Atlantic, Pete Wehner says "The Evangelical Church is Falling Apart." But is that true? While mainstream outlets love to amplify the idea...
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Amanda Waldron: Faith Deconstruction (& Reconstruction) Coach [WATCH & LISTEN]
Amanda Waldron has a job title that's very new to the scene: Deconstruction Coach. But not just any Deconstruction Coach. She's the kind that helps folks rebuild their faith when they are seasons of doubt and distress. A trained social worker, Amanda started to hear...
Ashley Lande: From Drugs to Christianity
When I read an article titled "Acidhead: God Took Me Higher" by Ashley Lande, I was totally enthralled. I hardly ever take the time to read an essay all the way through -- especially a long one. But Ashley's beautiful writing and incredible story drew me in. I...