Crystal McDowell

Articles by Crystal McDowell

Crystal McDowell and her husband of 22 years raise their five children in the Midwest. She writes, speaks, and teaches with a passion to encourage women with Biblical truths. As a freelance writer for over 12 years, Crystal has written numerous Christian curricula for Sunday School and VBS as well as many articles dealing with marriage, motherhood, and relationships. She gives weekly words of encouragement on her blog: Crystal McDowell Speaks

Crystal has written 132 articles on What Christians Want To Know! Read them in the archive below.

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What Does the Bible Say About Tolerance? A Christian Study

The word “tolerance” has taken on many meanings today. Some believe tolerance means anything goes any which way the world desires. Others take tolerance to a level of intolerance towards anyone who may disagree with their point of view. But what do the scriptures teach us about tolerance? Gain a Biblical understanding with T-O-L-E-R-A-N-C-E: T […]

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5 Of My Most Favorite Moments as a Wife

by Crystal McDowell

Being married for over 20 years has been a gift from God, but it’s easy to take for granted and assume that it will always be there. A godly husband and father make a marriage much easier for a wife. Yet there is grace from God to still enjoy moments in marriage even when with […]

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7 Christians Tips For Dealing With a Racist

by Crystal McDowell

A racist is defined as a person who hates people who are of a different race. It’s much easier to separate and isolate ourselves from a hateful person than it is to love and pray for them. Yet as believers we are called to love the unlovable and show grace to the intolerable. Obviously this […]

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5 Of My Most Favorite Moments As A Mom

by Crystal McDowell

I confessed to the Lord years ago that I was the best and the worst thing to happen to my kids. This released me from “mommy guilt”. My heart’s intent is and was always to be the best mom I could be even though I fell short numerous times. Yet those were the times when […]

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7 Tips to Teach Your Children to Love and Use the Bible

by Crystal McDowell

Your greatest obstacle as a parent isn’t the television or the Internet in helping your children love and use the Bible. It will be your unwavering tenacity that makes the biggest difference. In the age of the Internet, travel sports teams, and the television—parents have to make more effort to intertwine the scriptures into their […]

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Leaving a Legacy: 10 Things I Want To Be Remembered For

by Crystal McDowell

My legacy will continue after I’ve moved onto the next life. I will be remembered for my attitude, presence, words, and actions that left a pleasant fragrance or putrid stench. In order to establish a great legacy, there needs to be an intentional effort every day with the help of the Holy Spirit. There are […]

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What Does the Bible Say About Destiny or Fate? A Christian Study

by Crystal McDowell

Are you destined for heaven or fated for hell? Do you have a choice in the matter at all or is your final destination determined even before you take your first breath? These are the questions that we must ask ourselves when it comes to the destiny or fate of people within and outside of […]

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Christian Tips for Confronting Your Spouse About Problems

by Crystal McDowell

After a period of time, every couple will have touchy-topics come up in their marriage. These are conversations that have rarely ended well so many couples stop at let’s-agree-to-disagree. However, troublesome topics can’t be shoved under a rug and resolved on their own. Ignoring problems encourages the root of bitterness to grow up in the […]

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5 Ways Separation Can Help to Save a Struggling Marriage

by Crystal McDowell

Rather than make a rush judgment towards divorce, Christian couples may choose to separate for a period of time. In serious cases of verbal, physical, or emotional abuse where the victim is under severe stress—a separation gives time for healing. However before considering separation, both parties should seek out godly counsel from a pastor, respected […]

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What Does the Bible Say About Racism?

by Crystal McDowell

The church of Jesus Christ was never meant to be a group of people who looked and act exactly alike. We are united in our faith in Christ Jesus and our trust in God’s Holy Scriptures. After Peter’s first sermon, three thousand people came to know Christ from all over the world. As believers we […]

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