by Shannon Popkin | Sep 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
We could tell the story of Jericho—the one about God’s people circling, trumpets blaring, walls tumbling—in full without one of the characters in chapter two: Rahab, the prostitute who hid the spies. Do you agree that she’s not essential to the plotline? And really,...
by Shannon Popkin | Sep 8, 2020 | Comparison
“I can’t believe our church isn’t requiring everyone to wear a mask!” “I can’t believe our church is requiring everyone to wear a mask!” “I can’t believe people can’t just trust God with this virus already!” “I can’t believe people won’t just love their neighbor and...
by Shannon Popkin | Aug 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
What will Bible study look like for you this year? It will likely be different than last year. And not just for you; lots of women have schedules or circumstances, which are creating new dynamics: Many school-age moms are homeschooling for the first time. Some kids...
by Shannon Popkin | Aug 10, 2020 | Control Girl, Parenting
I feel like I spent my kids’ whole childhoods prepping them for college. I was constantly saying things like, “In college, I won’t be there to remind you to do your homework…” and, “Your college roommate won’t like it when you borrow her clothes without asking…” and,...
by Shannon Popkin | Jul 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hey, friends! I’m so excited to share some of the podcast interviews I’ve had recently. I’ll highlight a few, but you can find links to many more at ComparisonGirl.com. Moms In Prayer: Comparison, Control, and Surrendering the Uncertainties of Covid...