Announcement: May Theme

Timing.  Patience.  Control.  Trust.  Change.

It's no secret that the Lord is constantly working with me on these very things listed.  All of these things can be difficult to give over to God at times, but boy aren't we blessed when we do?  I set out this year with my one word being grow.  I can definitely tell you that the Lord is doing a work in me through this.  He has laid new passions and ventures on my heart, as well as continued to show me the weaknesses I need to give over to him (hint: the 5 words listed above!).  Where are you with your One Word for 2013?  Have you seen a difference in your spiritual life?



One of the areas of growth that I wanted to accomplish was this blog.  I wanted to challenge myself in this area and expand my ministry.  I want to challenge myself to go deeper in my writing as well open up this blog as a platform to share others stories.  So with that comes an exciting announcment!

I am so excited to announce that this month will be devoted to the topics listed at the top.  You're going to hear some amazing stories from women who have experienced these things, all in different ways, and have received great blessings and grace from going through it.  Weekly, these brave women will share their stories with you, and I encourage you to leave a comment on their story if it has touched you or identified with you in some way. 

I'd like to kick off this month with my own story of God's perfect timing.  Though I've previously written it, to this day it is the most difficult thing I've gone through as it relates to giving over my control to the Lord. 

You can read my story here:




Also, I've been listening to this song like crazy lately and it speaks straight to this month's theme:

Strangely Dim-Francesca Battistelli

Happy May!

Blessings Friends,

Amanda



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"Like" Me!

I've finally taken the steps to launch a Facebook page for Into the Beautiful Life! 

You can head over and "like" the page here.

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A New Baby, a New Blog Look, and a New Year of Ministry

I can't even begin to say how sorry I am that my last post was made in September.  Among the hustle and bustle of preparing for my sweet baby girl to arrive the first of January, I've been well...neglecting this blog. 

Do keep in mind though that I post at least twice a month over at More to Be, so you can always find some posts there!

Lately I've really been feeling the need to revamp this blog and my ministry.  I've had so many ideas running through my head (and my heart) that I want to take the time to really let God speak to me about where He wants me to take this ministry. 

Please be in prayer for me as I contemplate the path of this ministry.  I really want to take my writing and speaking ministry in a specific direction and I'm working on the fine print details of that.

I also can't deny the fact that my life is getting ready to be turned upside down by this precious little one that I so desperately can't wait to hold.  Please be patient with me as I navigate through this transitional time of balancing new motherhood and new ministry.  And also expect new and hopefully exciting posts on this journey of motherhood!

So now comes the part where I need your help.  Please take a few moments and fill out this anonymous survey and give me your feedback about this blog and ministry.  I WANT to hear from you!

You can access the survey here:

 Into the Beautiful Life Ministry Survey

Your thoughts and feedback will better help me in some decisions I'm trying to make about the direction and new look of this blog. 

Continuing to pray for you all! 

Blessings,
Amanda

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Into the Beautiful Life Announcement

Happy Tuesday to all! 

I wrote a post not too long ago about how humbled I have been by the acceptance of this blog.  Thank you all so much for reading my words and encouraging me on my writing journey so far.  I have truly been so blessed by your e-mails, comments, and prayers.  It is with that said (or written rather!) that I have an exciting announcement to share with all of you!

I am so excited to be joining the writing ministry team at

 More to Be! 

Lisa Pulliam is the founder of More to Be- a site for teens, twenty-somethings, moms, and youth leaders that offer resources and information on all the issues that our younger generation faces each day. Some of the topics include: modesty, beauty, dating/relationships, getting into the word, and so many more!  If you have a moment, please go check out the site.  It has so many great resources!

You can read more about Lisa and the ministry team here.

I will be contributing to the More to Be blog twice a month.  I'm so excited but a little nervous as well.  Lisa and the team have been so welcoming to me, and I just can't wait to see what God has in store for me and the More to Be team.

My first blog post went up today!  You can hop over and read it here.

Today I'm talking about PATIENCE with a capital P!  Something we all struggle with right? 

I'm so honored to be a part of something that is working to reach so many young people.  I am so passionate about teens and twenty-something's and their pursuit of a relationship with Jesus Christ.  I hope you'll join with me in prayer for More to Be and it's mission!

I've been waiting a few weeks to display this colorful blog button and now can because it's official!

Since I'm writing about patience today, is there something today that you're struggling to be patient with?  How can I pray for you?

Blessings,

Amanda



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