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Drafted: Counting Conversions and Carrying the Cost
I didn’t just count conversions—I started using them to count my value. Drafted is the story of a girl who was told she was called, chosen, and set apart — before she even knew who she was. It’s about the rush of revival weekends, the pressure to be holy, and the slow, silent trade of identity for belonging. I grew up on the frontlines of teenage Christianity, armed with a Bible, a purity ring, and a deep need to be enough. If you’ve watched Shiny Happy People, you’ve seen part of the story. But there are thousands of high-control Christian environments that shaped a generation — and I was in one of…
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Drafted: Signed, Sealed, Sent — My Introduction to Teen Mania’s Global Expeditions
Drafted recounts a girl's journey through a high-control Christian environment, illustrated by her early experiences in Teen Mania Ministries. It reveals the pressures of holiness and belonging as she navigates spirituality, identity, and emotional suppression. Ultimately, the narrative explores reclaiming one’s true self amidst a culture of performative faith.