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Have you ever wanted to tell others about God, but had no idea what to say? Join me this week as we talk about publishing God's good works.

Crystal Mayo—storyteller, author, and Louisiana native—joins Angela to share the heart behind Psalm 96:3: “Publish His glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things He does.” Crystal’s journey from her mama’s beauty shop to children’s ministry, through health challenges and answered prayers, is a testament to God’s faithfulness. Together, they explore what it means to declare God’s goodness in everyday life, and how every believer can “publish” His works—whether through books, conversations, or simple acts of sharing hope.
 
Episode Highlights

• Angela and Crystal discuss the context of Psalm 96—a song of praise calling all creation to proclaim God’s greatness, not just privately, but publicly and daily.
• The conversation unpacks the meaning of “publish” in Psalm 96:3, exploring how every believer can declare God’s deeds—through writing, speaking, or simply telling one person what God has done.
• Crystal shares the remarkable journey of writing and publishing her children’s book, Lucy’s Home, and how God used unexpected encounters, faithful friends, and divine timing to bring her story to life.
• Listeners are encouraged that God is always at work behind the scenes, weaving stories and opening doors, and that sharing His goodness can be as simple as opening your eyes, noticing His work, and telling someone about it.

Great Quotes 

• “We all can publish and tell the amazing things God has done. That’s what my life has been about.”
• “God seems to be more magnified in community.”
• “Open your eyes and see what He’s doing, and then go and tell—that’s your mission to publish.”
• “When we step into being obedient to God’s call to publish His greatness, He will often bring us places we never imagined.”
• “If you can’t see it, ask Him to give you the eyes.”

Resources Mentioned

• Scripture Focus: Psalm 96:3 
• Book: Lucy’s Home by Crystal Mayo - Affiliate link
• Crystal’s Website: crystalhmayo.com
• Lucy’s Summer Adventure: Hometown hunt and online story access

Related Episodes

• Ep. 4: “Anticipating God's Goodness on Earth” (Sara Cormany) 
• Ep. 14: “Rooted and Built Up” (Lisa Meiners) 
• Ep. 13: “Sowing in Tears, Reaping in Joy” (Kristi Lowe) 

 
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