Holy Hustle by Crystal Stine arrived at just the right moment for me. I’m in a season of working hard and hustling, only to realize that I need margin in my life to rest and breathe. Finding that margin isn’t easy, but this book is helping me through it. Crystal’s message of embracing a work-hard and rest-well life and how to do just that is like a friend who gently interrupts your hustle to take you out for coffee and remind you to find and lean into the holy.
One of the things I love about this book is Crystal’s Scripture references and insights. These are not just one verse Bible references, but entire chapters that she unpacks in the light of what holy hustle could be in our lives.
“If the work God has called you to feels too large and overwhelming to do on your own, it’s because God intends to fill our weaknesses with His strength. Holy hustle means more than just working hard and resting well. It’s learning to trust God through the small beginnings, the unseen work, the overwhelming days, and the finished product – giving Him credit and glory, every step of the way” Crystal Stine, Holy Hustle.
Crystal also includes reflection questions and exercises that help me slow down and think through the points she brings up. I am especially grateful for the space she provides in this book to write down my thoughts and answers. This is a good book to mark up!
Another thing I enjoyed in Holy Hustle is reading the stories of other women and what holy hustle looks like in their lives. I’m amazed at how Crystal shares her book and platform with other women to encourage and show readers that we’re not alone. In this season of my life where I’m trying to figure out what holy hustle looks like for me, it’s motivating to hear other women’s stories.
I recommend Holy Hustle to anyone who wants to find that intersection where work and rest coexist so that you’re not just surviving through life, you’re thriving in it.
I received an advanced copy of this book, but also purchased a copy of my own because Crystal’s message is worth hearing. All opinions are my own.
