Update on Krystalee’s
Do your best
My secret skill or ability
What’s a secret skill or ability you have or wish you had?
My secret skill or ability is that, at age six, I loved playing with people’s hair. I was always watching hair being braided and became interested. I started doing cornrows on my cousins’ hair. When I moved to the U.S., I taught my sister how to braid at age twelve, but years later, she claims she learned it on YouTube. So we started relying on each other to braid each other’s hair. One day, my sister started braiding my hair but got upset and refused to finish, so I decided to try it myself. I went in front of the mirror and finished braiding my hair. My sister came home and couldn’t believe I was able to finish my hair myself. She told my mom that I had gone to a neighbor’s home to get my hair braided. I said no, but my mother didn’t believe me either, so she asked me to undo it and redo it. So I did. That’s when they knew I had that ability. At age sixteen, I was making extra money braiding children’s hair. From then on, before I ever did anything on anyone’s hair, I would try it on my own hair first. I worked at a salon in Houston with the best woman, who taught me more skills, and I am forever grateful. I always do my hair myself, or I get it done in Africa when I am home.
Mercy in Doubt
Mercy in Doubt
In the book of Jude, we come across a simple yet profound instruction: “Be merciful to those who doubt” (Jude 1:22). These words remind us of the importance of extending God’s mercy and compassion to those who may be struggling in their faith. This includes ourselves!
Doubt is a common experience in the journey of faith. It can arise from various sources, such as intellectual questions, personal struggles, or the influence of the world around us. When we encounter people who are wrestling with doubt, it is crucial that we respond with mercy and understanding.
Being merciful means showing kindness, compassion, and patience toward others. It involves listening without judgment, offering support, and providing a safe space for honest conversations. When we extend mercy to those who doubt, we create an environment where they can openly express their questions and concerns without fear of rejection or condemnation.
As followers of Christ, we are called to imitate His example. Jesus was always compassionate toward those who were struggling in their faith. He met people where they were, offering understanding and guidance. He never turned away those who sought Him, even if they had doubts or uncertainties.
When we extend mercy to those who doubt, we not only help them on their journey but also reflect the heart of our loving Savior. We can even be merciful to ourselves when we experience doubt.
There’s room for the questions. There’s room for the uncertainties. Doubt doesn’t intimidate Jesus, and it doesn’t need to intimidate us either.
A friend shared
A little note to my mother
I just want to let you know that you are doing great. Keep doing things you enjoy, for yourself, and by yourself. You will always accomplish everything. I love you because I am your womb. -CM
Open your
Open your hearts, not to anyone who is dishonest. God said to protect your hearts from those who will try to take advantage of you, not everyone who says, “I love you.” Love yourself as God created you. No one is perfect, as you are in this world. Make sure you always walk by faith and guide others to Christ our Lord. –CM
I know
I know I haven’t written in a while. I have asked you to please help donate to a new family member of mine, Krystalee.
I want to thank everyone who has donated, and I also thank those who have not, hoping that one day God may touch your hearts.
Just as God is slowly touching to write, you all are like my family, and I truly appreciate you. I am sorry I haven’t written in a while. -CM
I just wanted
I just wanted to remind some that no one is too good for this world. Jesus is still King, and He will forever be the truth and forever King. —CM
My parents doing
What were your parents doing at your age?
What my parents were doing at my age was really none of my business. I know my mother was living in Switzerland and was about six months pregnant with my brother. My real father was in Cameroon, living his best life with his wife and children. At about age 30, my mother and stepfather won the green card lottery in Switzerland and were set to move to the USA. I said that last comment because I will turn 30 on June 16th, and my mother’s birthday is June 1st. -CM
Trust and Believe In The Unseen 