Woman's secondary channel Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:22:04 -0500 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/10-bad-habits-christian-women-need-to-break.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/10-bad-habits-christian-women-need-to-break.html Cindi McMenamin https://www.crosswalk.com/author/cindi-mcmenamin/ We all have them. Bad habits we really need to break.Most of the time we see them – and even point them out – in others. But truth be told we struggle with them just as much as the woman sitting next to us in church.I recently posted on my Facebook timeline the question, “What do you think are the top 10 bad habits Christian women need to break?” It made for an interesting week, a little bit of defensiveness, some finger-pointing, and a lot of personal conviction. And while I collected what you believe are about 40 bad habits Christian women need to break, I narrowed the list to the 10 most popular answers. And I couldn’t agree with them more.Nonbelievers might even recognize these bad habits in us more than we do. So, instead of hiding behind our bumper stickers that we are, “Not of this World” or, “Not Perfect, Just Forgiven”, let’s get real about some of the bad habits we, as Christian women, need to break.Photo credit: ©Pexels/Liza Summer Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/5-lies-women-believe-about-their-place-in-the-family.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/5-lies-women-believe-about-their-place-in-the-family.html Alicia Searl https://www.crosswalk.com/author/alicia-searl/ I’m going to be candid and share my heart by saying I have believed so many lies when it comes to discovering my place in the family. It’s honestly a reoccurring struggle. Sigh.Recently, I told my husband that I felt I was failing as a mom and maybe needed to return to a structured job. The reason behind that quick and rather emotional comment was this deep-down desire to feel like an accomplished woman.Currently, we have two teens that test our patience and, yes, our confidence. It’s been rough around here.The last couple of years have been filled with the hustle and bustle of sporting evenings, mixed with endless piles of laundry and household tasks, the messy onslaught of emotions, and grief to boot. All that has been laced with shame and guilt, bringing me to question, “Where do I fit?”Maybe you have been there (or are there now) where you are earnestly seeking God with a wounded and weary heart, asking Him what He wants from you — as a woman, a wife, or a mother.Maybe you are lost and seeking to understand the value, role, and place where you fit in your family. Maybe pain has enveloped your heart, and you feel useless or unneeded.Oh, dear friend, first let me say that I am so sorry you feel this way. However, I do understand these complicated (and rather complex) feelings and can sadly relate to them.It’s not easy to decipher where you fit sometimes, especially since the common perception of a woman, wife, and mother has slowly shifted and changed over the last fifty (or so) years.So, all that said, will you join me in exposing some lies that we can easily get wrapped up in and fall into believing? Let’s call them out for what they are and uncover the truth!The current trends and societal norms will tell us to do what feels right or “follow our heart,” but God’s design for us is so different, yet beautiful and perfect! Let’s see what He has to say about our place in the family and find peace together.Photo Credit: ©iStock/Getty Images Plus/Drazen Zigic Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:01:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/ways-for-oldest-daughters-to-heal.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/ways-for-oldest-daughters-to-heal.html Becky Weber https://www.crosswalk.com/author/becky-weber/ I grew up as the oldest of three sisters. Being the oldest is a unique position to be in. I was the first child to experience things in my family, never had an older sibling, and felt like I had to be the responsible one. My childhood was not horrible, but being the oldest left some areas in my life that I have had to work on healing. I have been a bit of a perfectionist, have had unrealistic expectations for myself, and have cared way too much about what others think of me. It took me until I was in my 30s to realize this about myself, but you can't heal what you aren't aware of. I have slowly started letting go of these things, and I really feel like I am becoming a healthier person. If we want to heal, we need to have some direction on what needs to be done. I want all oldest daughters to know that you can become a better version of yourself and start the healing process.Here are five ways for oldest daughters to heal.Photo Courtesy: ©Getty Images/Westend61 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:12:06 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/christmas-and-advent/how-to-let-go-of-people-pleasing-this-holiday-season.html https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/christmas-and-advent/how-to-let-go-of-people-pleasing-this-holiday-season.html Peyton Garland https://www.crosswalk.com/author/peyton-garland/ Does Christmas leave you feeling more drained than joyful? Here are six biblically grounded ways to quiet the pressure, care for your soul, and refocus your heart on what truly matters this season. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:21:56 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/should-women-pursue-a-career-homemaking-or-both.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/should-women-pursue-a-career-homemaking-or-both.html Cally Logan https://www.crosswalk.com/author/cally-logan/ Kelsea Ballerini's new song, "I Sit in Parks," bravely opens a vital conversation about women's sacrifices in pursuing careers or homemaking, inviting a deeper reflection on timing and divine calling. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:53:07 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/hallmark-christmas-movies-reasons-to-be-careful.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/hallmark-christmas-movies-reasons-to-be-careful.html Catherine Segars https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/ There are some positive things about Hallmark films. And there are some things we should be mindful of as we approach the time of year when they run those suckers 24/7. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:20:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/christmas-and-advent/christmas-party-foods-that-will-please-every-guest.html https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/christmas-and-advent/christmas-party-foods-that-will-please-every-guest.html Alicia Searl https://www.crosswalk.com/author/alicia-searl/ I am glad you are here! Maybe we can narrow down your recipe choices for your next Christmas get-together and find something that will work for all your precious people. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/5-ways-to-host-a-memorable-new-years-eve-party.html https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/5-ways-to-host-a-memorable-new-years-eve-party.html Michelle S. Lazurek https://www.crosswalk.com/author/michelle-lazurek/ Some people choose to go out and celebrate the new year. Others like to watch the ball drop on TV and quietly reflect on all God has done over the past year. You may not want to battle the high traffic and difficult people out during New Year's Eve, so why not do both? Combine the quiet, contemplative act of reflection along with some fun party games, and make it the best New Year's party ever! Invite friends and family over to celebrate. Tell them to come with at least one blessing God brought them this past year. Follow the prompts below to host a fun New Year's party:Photo Credit: ©Getty/gorodenkoff Fri, 12 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/days-of-christmas-prayers-for-women.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/days-of-christmas-prayers-for-women.html Jennifer Waddle https://www.crosswalk.com/author/jennifer-waddle/ What are you hoping for most this Christmas? More joy, more peace, more Jesus? Whatever your heart is yearning for, ask your good, good Father in heaven. How He loves to give good gifts to His children!Here are 12 Days of Christmas Prayers to help you focus on Jesus and find peace through the holidays.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/ilona titova Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:23:22 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/5-ways-to-grow-closer-to-god-in-the-new-year.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/women/5-ways-to-grow-closer-to-god-in-the-new-year.html Cindi McMenamin https://www.crosswalk.com/author/cindi-mcmenamin/ Instead of making "new year's resolutions" each year, I sit down with God and ask "How will I grow closer to you this year?" Wed, 10 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:04-05:00