She was worth it, I said through tears. I’ve experienced tangible moments a few times in my life where I was confronted with someone I served. And I realized to serve them, it cost me some things. Precious things. And yet, I knew deep down in my heart if I was given the choice toContinue reading “Worth It”
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Learning
I am a slow learner. I am smart. But with certain things, it take me a long time to get it. And learning is usually painful. Always has been. I have a distinct memory of doing flashcards with my mom when I was 4 and having anxiety about not knowing how to read going intoContinue reading “Learning”
My Sweet Valentine…
Fix your eyes on this one truth, God is madly in love with you. –Hillsong Do you believe it? Does that line make you squirm in an uncomfortable way? What are the thoughts that go through your head creating arguments for why it isn’t true. This is one of those lyrics I love-hate. One thatContinue reading “My Sweet Valentine…”
Gifts
It’s a season of gifts. Where the holidays are supposed to be about Jesus, so much of our attention is focused on the giving and receiving of gifts. But then, He is about giving gifts too. He gives us life and breath. He gives us salvation. He gives us the gift of Himself. He givesContinue reading “Gifts”
Simple Extravagance
Simple extravagance is a phrase I used this week a couple times to describe the felt experience of being in the presence of friends who get you, care for you and lavish love freely. The word simple means easily understood or done, or the state of being uncomplicated. It’s not without sacrifice, but it isContinue reading “Simple Extravagance”
Erasing Death
SPLAT! She giggled, and took wad after wad of toilet paper, dipping it into the bowl of water and throwing it furiously at the poster-board. 10-20-30 times maybe, she hurled the dripping wads of paper towards her enemy. The more she did it, the more energized she got. Her mom cheered her on from behind.Continue reading “Erasing Death”
Sincerely, Crystal 