Does pain from your past relationships impair your walk with the Lord? Is living a sexually pure life harder than you imagined? Doing the right thing, God's way isn't always easy. It can hurt. Now that you have made a commitment to Jesus Christ and accepted His love, do you still desire love and companionship with someone "here on earth?" Man and woman are not meant to live in isolation. Growing Painz is a compelling guide to Spiritual growth and increased intimacy with Christ; particularly for those who are seeking a life mate. Learn how to let God lead you making decisions in accordance with His purpose for your life. This book teaches you how to overcome the struggle of sexual purity and learn how to wait while growing in Christ. Readers will learn how the author: - Sought healing from the effects of her past - Developed a code of conduct to govern her relationships - Embraced Spiritual growth as a lifestyle - Built an accountability system using the Word of God and wise counselors Growing Painz is a real, raw recount of the author's next steps in her Season of Singleness on her way to healing, deliverance, growth and Spiritual maturity. The author includes additional resources to help the reader embrace and live a life of purity, peace and love. Ciarra Leathers, writer, counselor and entrepreneur is a native of Kansas City, Missouri. As a troubled child, she discovered writing as a tool for healing and inspiration. She has been published in numerous publications. Ciarra shares her love of writing by speaking to high school students. She currently resides in Houston, Texas counseling children and youth.