by Crickett | May 16, 2019 | Devotional, Favorites
If you were asked to take a picture of something that reflected your life today and what you’re feeling, what would that picture be? Recently, our church staff went away for an overnight retreat—a time to slow down and reflect on life. Right before free time, we were...
by Crickett | Mar 28, 2019 | Devotional, Favorites
Losing a loved one is never easy. I will soon be standing with my family at the graveside of my precious cousin whose life will end much sooner than any of us ever expected. It’s a good reminder that life is fleeting, and we don’t know how long we have on this earth....
by Crickett | Feb 14, 2019 | Devotional, Holidays
Today is Valentine’s Day, and many look forward to this day each year. But for others, Valentine’s Day is hard. You may be single and feeling lonely, or you may be divorced or widowed and feeling the sting of being alone. Or you may be married, but feeling...
by Crickett | Jan 25, 2019 | Devotional
Friendships are truly a gift from God. Every once in a while, God brings along a friend who “gets” you, who totally understands you, and vice versa—a kindred spirit. If you have had a kindred spirit friend, you know what that looks like, and it’s hard to explain. It’s...
by Crickett | Jan 12, 2019 | Devotional, Discouragement
I’ve been feeling inadequate lately. It seems life is busier than ever, and there are more things to get done than time to do them. And I’m doubting if I can do the tasks given to me and do them well. Yep, I’m fighting the battle of inadequacy. Every day I find myself...
by Crickett | Dec 18, 2018 | Devotional, Holidays
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Decorations are up, Christmas music is being played on radio stations, the traffic around the malls has doubled, and many are preparing to travel to be with families over the holiday. I love this time of year as we...