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Even the sparrow finds a home by @wescrafard

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Said goodbye to some of my favorite people and places taken in Big Island, Hawaii by @wescrafard

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4 months ago

Something about how sovereign God remains even in our humanity taken in Kenya by @wescrafard

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4 months ago

Where else shall I go?

The last two and a half months have been marked by a fresh reverence for God as LORD. “He’s either LORD of all or not LORD at all” as Gabe Strydom put it. My yes to Him is only as strong as my no to everything else, even the idol of religion. Countless times I found myself going through the motions, believing the lie that “I know enough about God” or “I’m doing it right, I don’t need more” and it left me just as empty as the vain pursuits of my pre salvation/lukewarm days. In complacency, I let my faith hinge on the daily work of my “quiet times” instead of the finished work of the cross. It is His humble nature that offends the pride of my heart. Yet how sweet is the soul of Jesus to soften my heart again and again? Praise God that my salvation isn’t dependent on whether I show up every day in the exact same way. Praise God that He shows up in the highest form of faithfulness in every moment. It is His heart that overflows mine, not just my holiness masqueraded as righteousness. To know God is to love Him wholeheartedly; it is yielding to His words out of faith in His sovereignty. My prayer is that I go into outreach always mindful of the cross, always considering Him, the author and perfecter of our faith. I’m so grateful for this time spent on the Big Island encountering Jesus and living an activated faith. Even still, I know my Father, and He gives in abundance. I cannot wait for these next 8 weeks 🇰🇪

“Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life,” - John‬ ‭6‬:‭68‬ ‭ESV‬‬ taken in Kona, Hawaii by @wescrafard

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6 months ago

My cup overflows taken in Waimea by @wescrafard

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7 months ago

Your sign to do DTS with @ywamkona by @wescrafard

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7 months ago

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9 months ago

MARANATHA

Come LORD, Jesus. Would it be my prayer in every season of life that He would wreck me with His sweet and abundant grace. What a gift it is to do life with such amazing people. Thank you for fellowship and for walking alongside me in this season of waiting.

Kona awaits 😎 by @wescrafard

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9 months ago

summer worship nights archive ✝️ by @wescrafard

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a prayer that was born from a season of readiness and excitement to witness the Lord move in newer and deeper ways, this week was a challenge to be for others what many had been for me. to have an open mind and open heart to familiar and unfamiliar faces alike, to boldly pray for those who sought out more of God. i can’t pretend like the week was perfect, but i got to dwell in some of the most life giving groups and individuals and i wouldn’t have it any other way.

learning to be more comfortable and confident in the testimony God is writing in my life, but as i venture further into this season of my life, i feel called to rest. we often get caught up in the business of life and forget that sometimes God is closer than a whisper. i don’t understand everything about why i’ve walked the valleys i have, but i can still say that God was, is, and will be faithful to His promise.

“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1‬-‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬ taken in Bowling Green State University by @wescrafard

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2 years ago

nicaragua has my heart 🤍

i’ve tried a few times to describe this trip in words and honestly, i can’t. but that’s okay. sometimes it’s the hidden moments that leave the biggest impact. i’ll always be grateful for the experiences amigos has offered and the lifelong friendships God has given me through such a wonderful community. taken in Nicaragua by @wescrafard

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3 years ago

breakthrough…

ciy move 2023 proves another foundational moment in my relationship with God as He continues to outdo Himself in my life. i couldn’t be more grateful for having such a great support system in pursuing the best in me and my faith.

coming in with an expectant heart, God put the word “breakthrough” on my heart to tear down the barriers i keep and open up some of my closet hurt. God knew that there was so much more for me in my willingness to surrender.

i can see now how intentional every conversation and session was in watching the progression of this week and how it all culminated in the simultaneously horrific and beautiful moment of friday night (iykyk). the way God touched my heart through testimonies of love and faithfulness to practicing surrender and dropping chains of insecurity.

i’m beyond grateful for every person i encountered this week; those that annoyed me, those that revealed to me different sides of themselves, those that hugged and cried with me, those that worshipped the Lord with me, those who i got to share meals with, and those that simply told me, “i love you, wes”. whether it was 5 minutes or 5 hours at a time, our encounters will forever be marked on my heart. the impact student ministries has had on my heart will never be forgotten and i will always be grateful to have the privilege of witnessing such a bold group of lovers of Jesus.

it is truly only by grace that i even get to take each and every breath, but even more that i get to experience the fullness of the joy of God’s presence. as i process everything that happened this week in the upcoming weeks, months, and years, i will remain true to grace; both in receiving and offering.

the only proper position to take now is a heart of humility and awe in the living God. He alone is worthy of our praise and His love is greater than any secret shame or public mistake. the freedom in experiencing Him is beyond comprehension and i’ll never get over His deep love for His people. watching chains of pain fall to the floor both physically and emotionally will always touch my soul to its core. taken in Hope College @ Ciy Move by @wescrafard

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