Bøger af Kristen Clark

In a Culture of Distortions, Discover God-Defined Womanhood and Beauty In a culture where airbrushed models and career-driven women define beauty and success, it's no wonder we have a distorted view of femininity. Our impossible standards place an incredible burden of stress on the backs of women and girls of all ages, resulting in anxiety, eating disorders, and depression. One question we often forget to ask is this: What is God's design for womanhood?In Girl Defined, sisters and popular bloggers Kristen Clark and Bethany Baird offer women a countercultural view of beauty, femininity, and self-worth. Based firmly in God's design for their lives, this book helps women rethink what true success and beauty look like. It invites them on a liberating journey toward a radically better vision for femininity that ends with the discovery of the kind of hope, purpose, and fulfillment they've been yearning for.Girl Defined helps readers· discover God's design for femininity and his definition of a successful woman · uncover the secrets of lasting worth, purpose, and fulfillment· be equipped and empowered to live out a radically better vision for womanhood · gain personal insight through the chapter-by-chapter study guide

What does it mean to be a woman? What makes her her? Why are there differences between men and women? What do we lose as progressive movements try to erase those differences? And where do we go from here?With insight and passion, the founders of Girl Defined Ministries confront the confusion of our culture and the conflicting voices of the feminist movement in order to bring clarity to the biblical womanhood found in God's Word. This book will help you sort through the noise to develop a clear understanding of who God made you to be so you can stand firm and fearless despite the shifting winds of our society.With a discussion guide at the end of each chapter to help you dig deeper, this book makes an excellent choice for women's book clubs and Bible study groups or the perfect read to share with a friend over coffee.

With Social Media and Selfies taking their toll on self-esteem, 'Becoming a Woman of Worth: Creating a More Confident You' inspires women of all ages to change their minds about themselves through a Christian approach to developing confidence for greater personal success. Encompassing straight forward, no nonsense tips and suggestions, this book directs women to the scriptures in an effort to build confidence by seeing themselves as God sees them.

You have heard, I dare say, of the little birds that sometimes whisper good and bad tidings in the ear. Did you never hear your mother say, "Ah, a little bird told me?"This short story is an edited excerpt from an historic children's book called, The Little Messenger Birds, or The Chimes of the Silver Bells, written by Caroline Hyde Butler Laing and published in 1851. A delightful explanation of how Santa knows when little boys and girls have been bad or good, this sweet book is a tribute to a literary treasure and written for lovers of Christmas the world over.

Discover the magic of the treasured birds of New Mexico! Inspired by the influx of birds as a result of the "Dog Head Fire", this book features a harmonious blend of over 20 bird species present in the Manzano mountain range, located in central New Mexico.This gorgeous picture book includes full-color photographs and educational descriptions of the birds unique to this mountainous habitat, including the Northern Flicker, Pygmy Nuthatch, Black-Throated Gray Warbler, and many more. Prepare to be delighted as you embark on this tribute to quiet excitement and adventure.A must have for all bird lovers!

A surprising windfall of money, landing your dream job, the birth of your first child, falling in love, acing your exam, fitting back into your skinny jeans, etc. What was the last experience or idea that had you so excited, delighted, and exuberant that you could help but gush about it to friends and family? What if every day was gush-worthy? What if you could move from living in worry, fear, and insecurity to a life so full of exciting experiences that being in a state of constant gush becomes your new norm?Join Kristen in a thrilling and exhilarating journey into your innate ability to influence the energies around you for a life of fun, joy, ease, and wonder - simply by Living from The Gush.

Open this book only if you are ready to release your pain and all it means to you. The 3, 2, 1 is a ground-breaking technique that has changed the lives of many people who were willing to step into an aspect of themselves they've only dreamed of but were, perhaps, a bit scared of. To discover this part of yourself is to uncover and begin a relationship with a whole new level of confidence, freedom, and ease that has been within you all along. Testimonials: "The 3, 2, 1 is absolutely life-changing. Not only did my chronic back pain and issues dissolve away, but my fears and frustrations faded away, too. Thank you!!" Tony P"Knowing there is a tool out there that is truly giving us a peek into this whole new level of being and expansion is exciting and worth playing with. And that is what the 3, 2, 1 truly is." Noelle J."The greatest gift of the 3, 2, 1 was when I realized that I didn't have to live a life of never-ending pain ever again." Daniel D. "After struggling for so long with depression and deep anxiety, to be given this gift that moved me into a space of empowerment and control has been extraordinary. I can't say enough wonderful things about the 3, 2, 1. Thank you, Kristen!" Olivia R."My first thought after successfully doing the 3, 2, 1 was that was it can't be that easy. But it is! Years of pain that had left the doctors and therapists stumped is now gone! I now have my life and my freedom back." Diana C.

Blending the brilliance and whimsy of classic poetry with the magic and mystery of nature's winged-lovelies, this poetic collection includes enchanting compositions from Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost, Victor Hugo, Mary Darby Robinson, and D. H. Lawrence, just to name a few.With full-color butterfly photographs by the author, this charming collector's item promises a tantalizing reading adventure for everyone... young and old. With each book purchased, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the National Butterfly Center to expand the education, conservation, and scientific research of these beauties, making this the gift that keeps on giving!110 fun-filled pages include: - 30 classic and vintage poems about butterflies- Full-color butterfly photographs- Author's poetry and butterfly picks with explanations- Short biographies about the featured poets- Thought-provoking and whimsical butterfly quotesThis tantalizing reading experience will be a treat for readers of all ages.

In this beautiful collection of essays, poems, and illustrations, Literature's favorite American and English poets celebrate the feathered friends that have inspired writers for centuries. This anthology, including dozens of essays and classic poems about birds, pays homage to these enchanting creatures and the authors who loved them.

Dios sigue escribiendo tu historia. ¿Qué ocurre cuando la vida no resulta como siempre habías imaginado? ¿Cómo mantener la esperanza cuando las decepciones, los anhelos insatisfechos y los desvíos frustrantes llaman a tu puerta? Kristen Clark y Bethany Beal se han hecho estas mismas preguntas. En Esto no estaba en los planes, abren sus vidas de la manera más directa y sencilla, compartiendo sus propios viajes a través de temporadas inesperadas de infertilidad, soltería, pérdida y desamor. Pero en medio de todo ello, han aprendido que la verdadera esperanza no viene de conseguir la vida que siempre soñaste, sino de confiar en Dios con la vida que tiene para ti y creer que sus planes son realmente buenos. What happens when life doesn't turn out the way you always imagined? How do you stay hopeful when disappointments, unfulfilled longings, and frustrating detours come knocking on your door? Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal have asked these same questions themselves. In Not Part of the Plan, they open up their lives in the most raw and relatable way, sharing their own journeys through unexpected seasons of infertility, singleness, loss, and heartbreak. But in the midst of it all, they've learned that true hope doesn't come from getting the life you always dreamed of but from trusting God with the life He has for you and believing that His plans truly are good.

Each generation has memories, stories, and values it wants to pass along to the next generation; this especially includes spirituals values of our faith and worth. In fact, is the duty of every generation in seeing to it that the next generation hears about the mighty acts of God and about our worth as Daughters of the King. Our future generations need to know of the good news available to them. This book includes touching and heart-felt stories about faith and worth - from women for women - meant to be passed on. Each generation must know who God is and what it means to belong to Him. This is how we learn who we are and WHOSE we are.Read on and be inspired!

When we create a dish worthy of consumption and praise, we feel good about ourselves. We inherently feel a sense of accomplishment and we take delight in that accomplishment. We also learn to laugh at our mistakes and press on. In this way, we grow. We evolve. We reach a higher level of contentment with self. This unique collection of stories and recipes celebrates the discipline, practice, bravery, and creativity of baking - mindsets also required for embracing our role as Women of Worth. The stories featured in this book are symbolic of these mindsets and touch on the same struggles in perfection, disappointment, and adversity. They also illustrate the joy and blessing of serving others and the reward of the hard work that goes into making a dish worthy of a blue ribbon.Enjoy! And Bon' Appetit!

God is still writing your storyWhat happens when life doesn't turn out the way you always imagined? How do you stay hopeful when disappointments, unfulfilled longings, and frustrating detours come knocking on your door? Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal have asked these same questions themselves. In Not Part of the Plan, they open up their lives in the most raw and relatable way, sharing their own journeys through unexpected seasons of infertility, singleness, loss, and heartbreak. But in the midst of it all, they've learned that true hope doesn't come from getting the life you always dreamed of but from trusting God with the life He has for you and believing that His plans truly are good. Sister, wherever you are on your journey, your life has purpose and meaning in Christ, and thriving is possible--right now. "If life has thrown you a curveball and your future feels hard and scary, Not Part of the Plan is the book for you. You'll laugh. You'll cry. But most of all, you'll appreciate the advice of these wise friends as they teach you how to walk through pain and uncertainty and lead you toward a hope-filled tomorrow."--Mary A. Kassian, author of Girls Gone Wise in a World Gone Wild"Bethany and Kristen address the struggles we face when life takes unwanted detours and show us through Scripture and experience that our ultimate hope is found in Christ. Even in life's disappointments, we can be completely confident in God's greater plan that is for our good and for His glory."--Gretchen Saffles, author of The Well-Watered Woman, founder of Well-Watered Women

As Christian girls, it's hard to hold on to a sense of who we are in Christ in a world that is constantly telling us who we should be. But our worth isn't defined by society. It's defined by our loving God, who made us and calls us his redeemed daughters. God has a good plan for our beauty, femininity, relationships, and identity and wants to help us thrive in his freeing design.That's what Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal have been sharing in their popular books, videos, podcast, and blog. Now they offer this 60-day devotional to help you find your entire identity in Christ. Beautifully designed and filled with uplifting Scripture, sincere encouragement, questions for reflection, some good laughs, and room to journal, Shine Bright makes a lovely and thoughtful gift--for a friend, a mom, a daughter, or yourself!

Popular authors and bloggers invite young women on a personal journey to discover and reclaim a biblical vision for sexuality, showing them that God's design for sex is good, relevant, and leads to true hope and lasting freedom.

In a culture of distorted love, sisters and speakers offer real-life stories, biblical truths, and down-to-earth advice to help single women break free from false views of romance and uncover God's vision for lasting love and satisfying relationships.