02 | Misunderstood for Staying Pure? How to Stand Firm and Know You Are Fully Loved

Have you ever felt judged, mocked, or misunderstood because you want to wait until marriage for physical intimacy? Maybe people have called you unrealistic, old-fashioned, or too strict because of your boundaries. In this episode, I talk about how to stand firm in your convictions when the world doesn’t understand your decision, and how your worth is never determined by anyone’s approval, attention, or acceptance. In this episode, I share: Why purity is about knowing God’s love for you, not following man-made rules Some of the common things people say to discourage those waiting until marriage Why following the crowd doesn’t always lead to real happiness How changing who you listen to can strengthen your convictions Why your past does not disqualify you from making a different decision today This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered if waiting until marriage is even realistic anymore. You are not alone. You are not weird. You are fully loved by God right now.  “Everyone who has this hope confidently placed in Him purifies himself, just as He is pure.” (1 John 3:3) Visit FirstKissStory.com to read real stories from women I’ve interviewed who are reclaiming the meaning of waiting until marriage for physical intimacy. Read through their stories and share with me through the Contact section of the website which story inspired you the most.  It’s not about whether you have ever kissed before. Instead, the first kiss points to the first intimate moment shared within the safety of a marriage covenant.  It’s a symbol of unity, devotion, and God’s redemptive design.  And that’s what Waiting Until Marriage is all about! Visit https://www.firstkissstory.com/