A young model searching for love and acceptance, Jennifer found the world's standard of beauty and success — but it left her empty and longing for more. Then one day, on her knees in a church in Europe, she prayed.
God answered. And turned her mess into a message.
Today Jennifer holds a Master's degree in Writing & Literature and a Bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism. She's the host of the In God's Eyes podcast, a TEDx speaker, an eight-time published author, and the co-founder of U R More — a ministry that teaches women and girls their value, identity, and purpose in Christ.
Above all, she is a blessed wife and mother of three, madly in love with her husband Shane — the man she affectionately calls the Cowboy. He grills the best steaks in Texas and she makes (arguably) the best spaghetti this side of Italy. They love gathering their family around the table and hiding away on the family ranch. Jen spends her days making their home a haven, writing about women and the Bible — and helping authors bring their books to life.
When I found the love of God, He turned my pain into purpose.
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Jennifer Strickland is a TEDx speaker, host of the In God's Eyes podcast, and founder of U R More, a ministry that teaches people their value, identity, and purpose in Christ. She is the author of I Am a Woman, Girl Perfect, Beautiful Lies, More Beautiful Than You Know, and 21 Myths (Even Good) Girls Believe About Sex — and the creator of Let's Write, a coaching program that helps authors write, edit, and publish their books so they can impact lives.
In addition to holding a master's degree in Writing and Literature, Jen is a former model who appeared in Vogue and Cosmopolitan and walked the runway for Giorgio Armani — a perspective that helps her understand the battles women face over beauty and worth.
Honest, real, and unafraid to tackle controversial topics, Jennifer uses her life story, her knowledge of Scripture, and her love for women to expose the lies of the media and turn hearts back to God.
I Am a Woman
Taking Back Our Name
A bold, biblical call to reclaim the meaning and power of our name. In a culture confused about womanhood, Jennifer returns to the beginning — to the dignity and value God placed on women from the very first page of His Word.
What people are saying
“Jennifer Strickland is a humble, effective speaker who touches the heart, emotions, and psyche — transparent, gracious, and compassionate. Her message is so needed in a world inundated with social media and negative messages that attempt to erode the beauty God has placed in each of us.”
“With a growing number of girls experiencing bondage from self-harm, depression, eating disorders, and abuse, Jennifer's compelling life story of redemption touches the heart of every woman who longs to know her value.”
“Jennifer Strickland is a funny, engaging, dynamic speaker. She shares truth with authority and credibility that comes from both experience and an obvious depth of study in the Bible. The ideas she presents about Value, Identity, and Purpose are truths everyone needs to hear.”
U R MORE
The ministry behind the message.
The nonprofit Jennifer and Shane founded together — producing and distributing biblical resources that teach women and girls their value, identity, and purpose in Christ. From prisons to public schools to South America, the message is reaching the places that need it most.
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