Robin Marsh - God, Girls, and Getting Connected. Spiritual Apps for a Teens Life

HARVEST HOUSE PUBLISHERS

EUGENE, OREGON

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GOD, GIRLS, AND GETTING CONNECTED

Copyright 2012 by Robin Marsh and Lauren Nelson

Published by Harvest House Publishers

Eugene, Oregon 97402

www.harvesthousepublishers.com

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Marsh, Robin.

God, girls, and getting connected / Robin Marsh and Lauren Nelson.

p. cm.

ISBN 978-0-7369-4521-9 (pbk.)

ISBN 978-0-7369-4522-6 (eBook)

1. Teenage girlsPrayers and devotions. 2. Christian teenagersPrayers and devotions. I. Nelson,

Lauren. II. Title.

BV4860.M36 2012

248.833dc23

2011021177

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To Dr. Alan Day

19482011

Pastor. Teacher. Friend.

Keith, you are a wonderful husband and godly man. Words can never express how much I love you. Your unconditional love and support never waver.

Cade, you are a terrific son. My prayer is that when you grow up and find a special woman to marry, she will be connected to God in every area of her life.

Randy, God blessed me beyond what I deserve when He brought you into my life to be my husband. You are always such a wonderful source of support, wisdom, and encouragement. Without you I wouldnt be where I am today. Thank you for modeling Jesus to me every day. I love you!

Many more people helped make this project happentoo many to mention by name. But there are a few wed like to especially thank.

Bill Reeves, our literary agent: We are grateful for your guidance and willingness to help.

The great people at Harvest Houseespecially Bob Hawkins, LaRae Weikert, and Hope Lyda: Thanks for believing in our vision to see teen girls lives changed by knowing God.

Dr. Alan Day, Dr. Michael Catt, Dr. Anthony Jordan, and Dr. Ted Kersh: As godly pastors you help us see the life-changing power in the Word of God and encourage us to tell others about the saving grace of the Lord. Thank you.

Jesus, our Lord: Thank You for the relationships You blessed us with to bring this project to life and glorify Your name. We love You.

Kelly King is the womens missions and ministries specialist for the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma. She has worked with teen girls in her church for more than 20 years. In addition to teaching teens, shes written student discipleship materials for several publishers, including LifeWay Christian Resources and Student Life Publishing.

Natalee Hitchcocks enthusiasm for Christ is contagious. She majored in public relations at Oklahoma State University while serving as a cheerleader and in various leadership roles at Pi Beta Phi sorority. Natalee and her husband, Justin, are newlyweds and spend their time teaching and serving the youth at their church.

Christy Johnson, a dynamic speaker and author of Rehab for Love Junkies, The 7 Must Haves for Soul-healthy Women, is passionate about teaching young women how to develop essential habits that are foundational for healthy romantic relationships. Visit her at www.christyjohnson.org.

Mindy Mizell serves as media relations director for World Vision, a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. She deploys internationally for breaking news and emergency responses. Mindys media experience includes freelancing for Fox, CBS, NBC, and ABC. She enjoys working with youth.

Kelsey Nail is a full-time college student majoring in Bible with a minor in theater. Her dream is to use her gifts and talents in the arts to communicate Gods message of love and hope. In addition, she enjoys mentoring younger girls and serving in various areas at their church.

Lisa Nail has spent many years in full-time ministry as a pastors wife, teaching womens Bible studies, and counseling women. She and her husband have been married 29 years and have two children. Lisa and her husband currently serve in several areas of ministry at their church.

Sherry Roberts, the mother of four, is a talented interior designer with a passion for living life to the fullest. Shes spent the last 20-plus years telling friends and anyone who will listen about the love of Jesus Christ. Sherry is a Bible Study Fellowship leader. Sherry and her husband, Jerry, serve in various areas of ministry and counseling.

Staci Wekenborg has followed Christ since 1993. Her family has been involved in planting some of the fastest-growing churches in America. She is a leader, teacher, and servant for young girls and women in her community. This is her first time as a contributing writer and proof that God uses the ordinary to do His extraordinary work.

You are incredible girlfriends, and we are indebted to you for
your prayers, your ideas, and your part in creating this devotional.
This has definitely been a team effort.
We love you more than you will ever know.

Occupation: Television news anchor/reporter (25+years)

Employer: KWTV News9CBS, Oklahoma City, OK

Relationship Status: Married to Keith

Children: Son, Cade, 11 years (He has the bluest eyes youll ever see!)