Hello, friends! Some of you may remember that in my last email newsletter, I mentioned how I’d recently gotten an internship for a brand new magazine. Today, I’m thrilled to be hosting a spot on the month-long Crown of Beauty launch tour! Several bloggers are taking turns spotlighting and spreading the word about Crown of Beauty, and I’m delighted to be one of them.
Read on to learn more about this lovely magazine, get a peek into our first issue, and find a guest post from one of our ambassadors. Also, at the end of today’s post, I’ll share a form where you can sign up for a chance to win a print copy of the debut edition of Crown of Beauty Magazine.
about the magazine
Crown of Beauty Magazine is a quarterly print and digital publication created for Christian teens and young women (ages 13–30) who desire a life rooted in faith, beauty, and purpose.
Through a blend of Biblical encouragement and soft, whimsical storytelling, we explore:
~ Biblical womanhood
~ Joyful, intentional living
~ The whimsy of girlhood
~ Wholesome adventure and creativity
Each issue is designed to feel like a breath of fresh air, uplifting the heart, inspiring the imagination, and reminding every reader of her God-given worth.
We’re a collective of voices releasing beauty, joy, and whimsy into the world. Join our community! There’s always a seat at the table. You can sit with us!
the debut issue
Sleeping Beauty, it’s time to awaken.
In this stunning 72-page debut issue, you’ll find articles highlighting young women who are walking with God and have wisdom to share from their unique season of life. Take back your Sword of Truth and demolish the enemy’s lies with our Bible Study and reflective journaling questions. Plan a fabulous summer strawberry party with your friends, slow down and find whimsy in a Little Women summer, and discover tips for spending less time scrolling and more time living!
Filled with gorgeous photography, uplifting articles, and whimsical summer clipart, The Awakening Issue is more than a magazine—it’s an invitation to step into the life God created you to live as His Royal Princess Daughter.
Here’s a sneak peek inside!
Now, on to today’s guest post.
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Practical Lessons on Faith We Can Learn From Creation
Ever notice how Jesus talked about the natural world constantly? He pointed out everyday things like birds, lilies, vines, and sand to teach deep spiritual truths. On the surface, nature makes sense because it’s right in front of us. We watch the sun rise, flowers bloom, and seasons shift without a second thought. Because it’s visible, it looks simple.
But ask any scientist, and they’ll tell you that what looks basic on the outside is actually a mind-blowing masterpiece. Intricate ecosystems, hidden root networks, and millions of microscopic systems are working behind the scenes every single day just to keep the planet alive.
The Christian life follows the same pattern. We often expect faith to be a straightforward, surface-level experience like a neat checklist or a step-by-step manual. But when you look closer, walking with Jesus is beautifully complex. Beyond a few clear commands, daily life is full of shifting personal seasons, quiet mental battles, and a lot of spiritual nuance we don’t always know how to handle.
That is the incredible parallel God built into creation: the hidden mechanics of nature reflect the rhythms of our faith. When life gets complicated, the world around us reminds us that we aren’t meant to understand every mystery—we’re meant to trust the One who’s in control of it all. Jesus gave us a perfect picture of how to drop the pressure and find peace with this tension in Mark 4:26-28 (NIV):
This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how. All by itself the soil produces grain—first the stalk, then the head, then the full kernel in the head. As soon as the grain is ripe, he puts the sickle to it, because the harvest has come.
The man in this story has a remarkably simple job: he just scatters the seed. That’s it. He doesn’t micromanage the soil, force the rain to fall, or stay up all night pacing the floor trying to control other outdoor elements. He simply goes to sleep, trusting a hidden process he doesn’t even fully understand. There is an incredible weight lifted when you realize your faith follows these same natural laws. Our walk of faith is a quiet, steady process that happens in phases—just like a grain that starts as a tiny green shoot, matures into a blossoming ear, and finally becomes a full harvest.
So today, take a deep breath. You only need to offer your small, daily contribution. Leave the heavy lifting to the Creator who is quietly transforming your hidden obedience into something beautiful.
(author bio)
Hi, I’m Kathy, a stay-at-home mom writing from sunny Orlando, Florida. If this reflection gave you even one small truth to hold onto as you navigate your current season, then I’m grateful. I believe God often meets us in the ordinary, and I love writing about the quiet ways He shapes our hearts through everyday life. It’s an honor to contribute to Crown of Beauty and encourage the next generation of women to trust Him more deeply, wherever He has them today.
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giveaway time!
If you would like to sign up for an opportunity to win a physical copy of The Awakening Issue, just fill out this form:
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