Chrystal Evans Hurst

Is there a business dream you want to bring to life but can’t figure out where to start? Have you taken the steps to start a business only to become discouraged along the way? I know that pursuing a side hustle or a full-fledged business can feel daunting, to say the least. When [...]

Do you remember when God’s voice was the loudest voice in your life?  The privilege of connecting with God on an intimate level can be easily overlooked in busy seasons of life. Slow seasons offer the margin needed to discern the voice of God, but when the noise and distraction increase, it doesn’t [...]

Have you become comfortable with doing just enough to get by? What would it look like for you to go beyond what’s expected of you?  As women, we tend to feel overlooked and unappreciated in the many roles we play. It’s like we know we’re called to serve others, but over time, we [...]

How do you hold on to hope in moments of suffering? When you experience heartache and loss, you can feel like things will never get better. As the days pass by, I know firsthand how the weight of disappointment grows greater with the passing of time. Even if you are trying to hold [...]

I’m on a plane for work about 15-20 times a year. I don’t always fly first class, but I believe in maximizing the use of my credit card so I can increase the status with my favorite airline to maximize my points and get bumped up to first every now and again! As [...]

Is it hard for you to see Jesus at work in your everyday life? The busyness of life can often blind you to the very things God is trying to reveal to you. My oldest daughter, Kariss Farris, has learned how to look for Jesus in real-life moments. She notices Him while running [...]

Are your feelings trying to tell you something? As someone who feels deeply, I can assure you that the feelings you express (intentionally or unintentionally) are often an outworking of what is going on in your heart. (Luke 6:45) When you keep your feelings inside, you might also be setting yourself up for [...]

Why are adult friendships so complicated? If you’ve ever wondered why making and maintaining friends is difficult the older you get, trust me, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Surgeon General, loneliness is an epidemic in this country.  How is it possible that we are more connected than we’ve ever been but [...]

Are you a good steward of your relationships? Do you make time for your spouse? Do you encourage your children?  If you struggle to answer any of these questions, know that you will have a tough time pouring into others if you don’t first pour into yourself. In this episode of The Sister [...]

How do you know when you’ve reached your breaking point? Life can throw so much at you that before long, you can find yourself completely stressed out and overwhelmed.  That’s why it’s imperative for you to consistently check in with yourself. Just as you would when driving a car, you must pay attention [...]

Are you showing up authentically? You may find it difficult to truly connect with others if you aren’t comfortable with your own story. But I’m here to tell you, there is so much freedom in embracing all of who you are without shame.  My lifelong friend Jada Edwards joined me to chat about [...]

When was the last time you felt FOMO (the fear of missing out)? What if that fear is causing you to miss out on the joy of the season you’re in right now? On the other side of all that you wish you could have is an appreciation for all that you have [...]

Are you pacing yourself as you set goals for 2024? I know that it can be tempting to race towards the finish line, but how you start now will determine where you end up this time next year. It may seem counterintuitive to slow down when everyone around you is racing to the [...]

A few years ago, we moved to a place that has trees around it and a lot of grass. When we bought this place, I asked the previous homeowners “what do you do to get the grass as green as it is”. All I could think about was the fact that, at that time, [...]

How does December make you feel? This month represents so many things – the coming of Christmas, the end of the year, the busyness of the holidays, the opportunities to make memories, the emotions of revisiting memories past. For me, December is beautiful and painful. Lovely and lonely. Warm and cold. Full and [...]

When was the last time you did a checkup on your mind and your soul? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the decisions in front of you, and you’re seeking clarity? This may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for to take notice of your mental and spiritual well-being and reflect on what you [...]

We are making our way towards 2024, and with Christmas quickly approaching, that means it’s time to sit back and enjoy Chrystal’s Christmas Collection! Kariss and I continue our mother-daughter tradition of hosting the Christmas Collection and we had tons of fun, as always! Each year Kariss and I throw on super plush [...]

When was the last time you felt truly rested? I’m not talking about the struggle to get enough sleep at night, although that is important. When was the last time you got rest for your soul? My friend Asheritah Ciuciu joined me for a chat about finding true rest in Jesus. She is [...]

Do you typically wait until the last possible minute to plan for the holiday season? Nobody needs that kind of stress in their lives.  The holidays come around the same time every year, yet many of us fail to learn from last year’s mistakes. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can [...]

The holidays are coming, and I want to know, how are your stress levels? This time of year can feel like one big event after another. There are parties to attend, spaces to decorate, gifts to buy, and outfits to choose from – all of which equal planning and money.  Overall, this is [...]