On Saturday, July 4th, we paused to remember that freedom is something worth protecting and celebrating. Today, I’m celebrating another birthday, and birthdays have a way of making me think about a different kind of freedom. The freedom that comes [...]
One of the biggest challenges with setting goals isn't getting started. It's staying consistent after the excitement wears off. We've all experienced it. We begin with good intentions, full of motivation and hope, only to find ourselves pulled in a [...]
I remember hating school shopping as a teenager. I always struggled to find clothes that fit my body well. I had curves before many of the girls around me did, and finding modest, age-appropriate clothes that actually fit felt frustrating [...]
Last week, I caught myself rewriting something I’d previously decided was “already done.” It was clear. It was strong. It was thoughtful. It said exactly what it needed to say. And still…I kept adjusting it. Adding one more explanation. Softening [...]
I used to think Mother’s Day would feel different by now. I imagined a season where the seeds I planted for years would begin to bloom in obvious ways. I thought there would come a point where the sacrifices would [...]
If you’re someone who finds it difficult to say "no," you're not alone. Whether it's from a desire to help others, a fear of disappointing people, or simply wanting to avoid conflict, many of us struggle with setting healthy boundaries. [...]
What’s keeping you from pursuing what God has placed in your heart? Sometimes, not having all of the information or resources can make you feel ill-equipped for the task at hand. But it’s okay to take the pressure off! So [...]
If you’ve ever struggled with poor vision, then you understand the value of being able to see clearly. Until I was 29 years old, I woke up every day unable to see the alarm clock on the nightstand beside my [...]
If you’re anything like me, you live a full life. I speak, write, support my church, homeschool my youngest son, and manage my home. I also put effort into being a good wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend to the [...]
Chrystal, can you mentor me? I can’t even begin to tell you how many times someone has asked me this question. And truth be told… I want to! Mentoring, coaching, and discipline are my favorite things. I want to take [...]
