singleness — Writing

“With my children, especially as a single parent, I feel to be faithful to God is my highest calling.” - Suzanne

When someone is able to share from their own experience, a place of vulnerability - it creates a sacred space. As if time stood still in that coffee shop, Kathi impressed in me the importance of marrying a man who loved God and someone that I could serve alongside in ministry with in some way.

Relationships, FaithErin FordApril 30, 2018singleness, dating, marriage, cancer, suffering, death, wisdom, friendship, discipleshipComment

My top 5 articles of 2017

Some people often ask, "Erin I want to read what you've written!" Well, here are my top 5 articles that I wrote in 2017, based upon engagement and views with some behind-the-scenes info!

Lifestyle, RelationshipsErin FordDecember 31, 2017abuse, forgiveness, rejection, sexual harassment, singlenessComment

When God clings onto me

I thought I was clinging to God in the world of dating, trusting him and seeking his path for my life. But I wasn't. In all honesty, it was God who was clinging to me.

Faith, RelationshipsErin FordNovember 1, 2017community, dating, friendship, Job, singleness Comment

Returning to the mountains: I am new.

Lifestyle, Relationships, TravelErin FordApril 2, 2016British Columbia, expectations, heart change, photography, singleness, uncertainty Comments

Why Unmet Desires are Good

Unmet desires (and the associated pain) force us into a place of deep surrender and humility before God. They remind us that our true hope is in Jesus and how he supplies all our needs in every moment. The growth and likeness of Christ that come when we learn how to surrender and to humble ourselves before God and others. That's growth God desires in us every day to make us more like him.