The following post is raw. It is a tiny glimpse into a struggle I had with an eating disorder in college, and my heart in sharing it with you is that more women would find freedom from the bondage of eating and image through Jesus. Eating disorders are one of the most hidden sins of our society, especially in the church. As followers of Jesus, we need to stand firm against this yoke of slavery and speak about the lies that women are believing all over the world about their image, food, and worth.

By Gretchen Saffles

Shattered Surrender

My heart was racing and my legs were aching, but my eyes were set on the finish line.  Saturday, April 6th, I finished my second half marathon. For those of you who don’t know me, I have never been a runner. As a matter of fact, my parents laughed when I told them I signed […]

By Gretchen Saffles

Why I Run

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