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Author: Christina Crawford

September 14, 2019September 15, 2019 Christina Crawford Fall 2019

In Awe + At Rest

Photo by Elliott Brennan on Unsplash Slipping out the back door, I move off the rough patio bricks onto the cool grass. The night air is refreshing as I tilt my head up - there you are. The clouds have moved over the lake for the night, exposing a twinkling backdrop. The giddy little girl in me … Continue reading In Awe + At Rest

August 30, 2019August 30, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

A Promised Inheritance

Photo by Emma Louise Comerford on Unsplash They've left the church basement and shed their flannel board garments. In my mind, they are now made of flesh and bone, with tales and testimonies that span the spectrum. From stubborn disbelief to obedient trust, they jump off the pages of Scripture and begin to take human … Continue reading A Promised Inheritance

August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

The Holy Covering of Grace: An Article for (in)courage

The following post is an article I wrote for (in)courage. You can find the article on their blog or read it below. As a young believer, I found myself corralling grace into a corner -- by grace I have been saved. Conversion was the theological boundary of grace in my mind.  By it, I was adopted into … Continue reading The Holy Covering of Grace: An Article for (in)courage

July 31, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

His Redeeming Yes

Photo by James Pritchett on Unsplash   In an overcrowded town, with animals to witness Your arrival You gulped Your first breath of cold earth air Birthed into our brokenness, clothed in our human flesh, You said yes. The highest King,  You set majesty aside Carpenter's son, You picked up the wood and nails, cool … Continue reading His Redeeming Yes

July 24, 2019July 25, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

Timely Wisdom

Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash Today was the day! His lunch was packed, breakfast was ready. He would be downstairs soon. She heard him thunder down the stairs, his shoes squeaking on the hardwood floor as he flew into the kitchen. Happy first day of school, buddy! He did not share her enthusiasm. On the … Continue reading Timely Wisdom

June 30, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

Holding It Together

Photo by Sebastian Unrau on Unsplash Just around the corner from our house is a playground with a forest backdrop. Whether I am just driving past or walking along the edge of the wood, the trees are ready to greet me with their summer best. This time of year, though, also reveals the dead trees and branches that … Continue reading Holding It Together

June 21, 2019July 13, 2019 Christina Crawford Summer 2019

Prayer: Burdens to Bear

  Photo by Ben White on Unsplash The coach gestures to the ref. A timeout is granted, and the teams gather by the sidelines. For 30 seconds, each team has a chance to hydrate, catch their breath, and regroup. All court activity ceases for this brief but needed break.  Though we may not be athletes on a sports … Continue reading Prayer: Burdens to Bear

May 28, 2019May 29, 2019 Christina Crawford Spring 2019

You’ve Been With Jesus

Peter sat restless in the courtyard. His eyes shifted between the stone ground and the door they had taken his Lord through to be questioned. As the minutes stretched on, his impatience increased. He longed for this night to end. He stared at the door, expecting Jesus to come through at any moment. This was … Continue reading You’ve Been With Jesus

May 7, 2019May 28, 2019 Christina Crawford Spring 2019

The Land of Familiarity: An Article for Deeply Rooted

The following post is an article I wrote for Deeply Rooted Magazine. You can find the article on their blog or read it below. Another summer day was beginning as I followed the country roads to my friend’s home. Weeping willows marked the entrance. Clouds of dust rose in the air as my car rocked … Continue reading The Land of Familiarity: An Article for Deeply Rooted

April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 Christina Crawford Spring 2019

Ready for Easter: Reflections on Lent

Photo by Brooke Lark on Unsplash   He is risen! The pastor called out from the front of the room. He is risen indeed! We all responded with loud voices. Easter morning had arrived. The room was filled with vibrant colors; folks clapped and danced; small hands waved their Easter ribbons as we all sang together. I joined in the … Continue reading Ready for Easter: Reflections on Lent

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Hello Friend! My name is Christina, and I’m delighted you stopped by. Sweet Dependence includes both my personal blog and my published devotional by the same name. Through my words + images, I seek to proclaim the joy + hope I have in Jesus Christ. Grace + peace to you!

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