I would like to start this post by just saying that July has been one of the most hectic and tiring months but at the same time the most rewarding that I've experienced.
Remembering my slogan for June 'doing June well', I was all prepared to spend Hillsong Conference days with my family from Home :) they arrived at the end of June and man the week from there was nothing but amazing. So glad we got to see more of Sydney, got to be impacted by Hillsong Conference and also at the same time just bond and have heaps of fun together.
For me serving at conference this year was from a whole other perspective of "God what can I do to facilitate what you are going to do in the lives of people from all over the world?" Going strong from the first day, His grace just saw me through to a fact that on the last day I was able to just sit in and enjoy conference together with the gang. I'm truly grateful to God for His grace and so much abundant love that He pours out over me.
#Chennai #mission
We had planned to leave a day after conference ended so we could make it for our mission trip to India on Sunday night and I also get to see more of my YO family before I leave but hmmmm WE MISSED OUR FLIGHT!! Dang it!! Long story and I shall not elaborate further. Best day of my life (going home) turned into a horrific situation (missing the flight) and then things turned around for the good (as always by His love and mercies).
Finally reached Singapore on Sunday afternoon, had a quick re-pack session and wash up and off we flew to Chennai!! Till today I am so grateful some of my bros n sis came to the airport. Also extremely grateful for mumma and her being so thoughtful with bringing my stuff for me.
The next 10 days I have no words to describe other than utter wonder and amazement. God just showed up in a huge way, His presence made manifest and right before our eyes we saw especially the barrier of age and language being broken. I have no idea how to speak Tamil (I understand a lil bit) but as we laid hands on the people and prayed, Holy Spirit began to just minister to them in a supernatural way. While praying I couldn't hold back my tears cos I felt His love and power.
I think a very defining moment for me in the trip was when we got the opporcunity to do school ministries. We didn't know what to expect but when we reached there, we found out that 95% of the almost 2000 kids were non believers and as they began to sing, my gosh!! I couldn't hold back my tears!! Without them knowing, they drew the presence of God in such a tangible manner.
Ministering to them and speaking into their lives for me just meant the world.. For me it meant that another generation is ready to rise up to take the world for Jesus. It meant that no matter what the devil tries to do to hold back our generation, THE ENEMY HAS TO BE SILENCED when the children of God begin praising their King. Once He is enthroned, no devil will be able to rise!!
We did have heaps of fun too, with the fact that I got to be among 3 amazing young pastors, who are not just passionate and powerful but crazy and fun too. Good friends they are.
Some of the amazing young people we got to minister to at the youth rally.
#Home #YouthOutbreak #CalvaryCityChurch #Family
Then it was time to go home. There is nothing like home. After all the anticipation of reaching home when we finally entered JB I couldn't help but start tearing. Although I felt like sleeping the whole day I couldn't waste any time :) I had things to do and people to catch up with..I was excited haha..
I got a new haircut!! Cos I thought oh well time for a change..she cut it too short at first but now I like how it's growing and looking better :)
Also got to serve with the best people on the planet (totally biased but who cares?) loved seeing all of them again, chatting, laughing, late nights, doing amazing things for Jesus and of cos eating all the awsome food.
Again this time I got to see the Holy Spirit lead and guide me in serving, taking me further into the deep, but also just completely resting and walking knowing I can trust Him and rely on His voice and leading. It's where you are completely rested in Him that His presence is free to flow. Many times we block the flow with our strive and trying to make things go the way we want. I've learnt to just chill and allow Him to take time to do what He needs to :) it's pretty amazing and very freeing I must say.
I loved serving with the Sunday worship team..love all of you heaps if you're reading this. I loved how we just took a step back and allowed the Holy Spirit to move. Felt so comfortable leading and doing it with all of you. It's the best!! Reuben man if you're reading this!! It's was an honor co-leading with you!! Such a carrier of the presence of God.
Home was heaps of fun, lots of laughs and a lot of love :)
Well that was a long!! Heaps long post but I'm back in Syndey and July is coming to an end!! All in all I have 4 months before I Fly back home. Loving life and everything God is doing in me. Praying for more, seeking and desiring for the deep things of God :)
Excited for this new semester and all the God has in store.
Ps Johnny : Cheers Bestie to the most exciting adventure of your life!! So proud of you, will be praying for you always!! U.S of the A awaits you!! :)
Till next time
All my love
Crystal
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