Holiness in the Everyday: a talk with Elise Tegegne

Welcome to Behold-Her Beauty Podcast, where we talk about beauty, faith, and the difficult things in life. Today, I am welcoming our lovely guest author, Rosa Lía Gilbert, to the chair.Receive your Free Resource: You Are Wonderfully Made Phone Lockscreen.Support Behold-Her Beauty by subscribing, leaving a review, and commenting.🎉 2025 Wrap-Up: Beauty, Faith, and Poetry with Rosa Lia GilbertI’m SO excited to share our final episode of the year! We are wrapping up 2025 on a truly beautiful, uplifting note with the phenomenal poet, Rosa Lia Gilbert! 🎙️✨Rosa joined us for a gorgeous conversation diving into the heart of inner and outer beauty, her faith, and her stunning, highly-praised poetry collection, Under the Samán Tree: Poems on Home, Longing, and Belonging.🌿Join us as Rosa shares her powerful journey from the Dominican Republic to the U.S., opening up about immigration, cultural belonging, and the pressure of beauty standards. We discuss how she balances her roles as a writer and mother, and you’ll hear her read her exquisite poem, Lessons from a Hermit Crab. Don’t miss her heartfelt closing prayer! ❤️Key Takeaways You’ll Love:* Rosa’s inspiring story of immigration and cultural belonging.* Her honest reflections on traditional beauty standards.* The deep inspiration and themes of Home, Longing, and Belonging in her work.* Achieving success in poetry and exploring future writing plans.Listen to our final episode of the year now! 🎧Podcast Music by GrandProject from PixabayWatch the whole episode on my Youtube Channel and be sure to subscribe and followSHOW NOTES:00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty00:10 Meet Rosa Lía Gilbert01:08 Rosa’s Journey from the Dominican Republic03:54 Beauty Tips and Cultural Insights04:36 Struggles with Beauty Standards09:50 The Inspiration Behind Under the Samán Tree: Poems on Home, Longing, and Belonging10:49 The Journey of Writing and Publishing14:22 Themes of Home, Longing, and Belonging21:00 Reflections on Blessings and Family21:45 Balancing Roles: Writing and Motherhood23:40 Support and Encouragement from Loved Ones25:38 Achieving Success in Poetry29:15 Exploring Heritage and Future Writing Plans33:38 Lessons from a Hermit Crab: A Poem Reading37:22 Upcoming Projects and Final ThoughtsBIORosa Lía Gilbert is a believer, wife, mother, and poet. Her work has been published in Fare Forward, Inkwell, America Magazine, and Prosetrics Literary Magazine, among others. She was born and raised in the Dominican Republic but now lives in Washington, alongside her husband and three-year-old daughter. Whenever she’s not juggling family life, she is writing bilingual poems on whatever piece of paper she can find. She considers herself to be a hope-filled and sojourn-minded poet. Rosa was formerly part of the Calla Press Publishing team as their publishing assistant and has recently stepped into a new role at Vessels of Light Literary Journal as their Spanish poetry translator and assistant editor. She has also been selected as a fellow for Christianity Today’s Young Storytellers Fellowship. You can find Rosa’s writing on her Substack newsletter, In Light of Eternity, as well as her Instagram @rosagilbertpoetry and https://substack.com/@rosagilbert.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter, please contact me too.I am now a brand ambassador with Living Truth Collective because I believe in their beautiful message. I think you will too! Check out their whole collection here at Living Truth Collective.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastMay the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On InstagramIf you enjoy my Substack, I welcome you to show your appreciation and encouragement on Buy Me A Coffee. Whether it’s a one-time or ongoing contribution, all contributions are a blessing to my family and me. God bless you! Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Behold-Her Beauty Podcast, where we talk about beauty, faith, and the difficult things in life. Today, I am welcoming our lovely guest author, Elise Tegegne, to the chair.Receive your Free Resource: You Are Wonderfully Made Phone Lockscreen.Support Behold-Her Beauty by subscribing, leaving a review, and commenting.✨ A Beautiful Chat with Author Elise Tegegne: Holiness in the EverydayOh, what a joy to sit down with author and mama Elise Tegegne for a lovely conversation. She shared so much warmth and insight as we talked about beauty, faith, life’s little quandaries, and the profound wisdom she gained in her time in Ethiopia. Elise’s engaging book, In Praise of House Flies: Meditations on the Gifts and Everyday Quandaries, is inspiring many readers, and we dove into the beautiful themes that shape her writing and her life.🌟 Key Takeaways: If you only remember three things from this beautiful conversation, let them be these:* The way Ethiopian women saw beauty helped Elise with her own struggles, teaching her to embrace and define her own unique beauty.* You can find the Divine in everyday acts—even a “house fly” can spark a moment of meditation!* Holding onto God with faith makes all of life’s little and big challenges feel manageable and purposeful.Elise’s insights on beauty, faith, and turning household duties into spiritual connection were truly uplifting. I encourage you all to pick up a copy of In Praise of House Flies and start your own meditation on the gifts in your everyday quandaries!What helps you find the Divine in your everyday tasks? Share your thoughts in the comments below!Podcast Music by GrandProject from Pixabay Music by music_for_video from PixabayWatch the whole episode on my Youtube Channel and be sure to subscribe and followSHOW NOTES:00:00 Welcome to Beholder Beauty00:12 Meet Elise Tegegne: Author and Editor00:50 Elise’s Journey: From French Passion to Writing02:27 Beauty Tips from Ethiopia03:45 Struggles with Beauty Standards05:23 Inner Beauty and Faith10:15 The Sacredness of Home and Body15:39 Embracing Interruptions and Changes24:02 Living Out the Book’s Ideals28:16 In Praise of House Flies: The Title’s Meaning35:11 Closing Thoughts and PrayerBio: Mama, editor, and writer Elise Tegegne has published articles at Risen Motherhood, Christian Parenting, and (in)courage, among others. Her first book In Praise of Houseflies: Meditations on the Gifts in Everyday Quandaries is now available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Calla Press, and wherever books are sold. In addition to serving as the Director of Communications for missions organization Synergie Francophone, she also writes a monthly blog, which inspires readers to cultivate eyes for the divine in their own daily difficulties. After teaching at a mission school for four years in Ethiopia, she now lives stateside with her husband and energetic four-year-old. Read more of her words at elisetegegne.com or reach out on Instagram and Facebook @elisetegegne.Those who subscribe to her substack “In Praise of Houseflies” receive a 10-day journal guide to practice new vision for seeing God’s grace in everyday quandaries--in addition to quiet monthly reflections, book recommendations, and more!UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Rosa Gilbert, Eve Harrell, and TBA.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter, please contact me too.I am now a brand ambassador with Living Truth Collective because I believe in their beautiful message. I think you will too! Check out their whole collection here at Living Truth Collective.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastMay the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On InstagramIf you enjoy my Substack, I welcome you to show your appreciation and encouragement on Buy Me A Coffee. Whether it’s a one-time or ongoing contribution, all contributions are a blessing to my family and me. God bless you! Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

I recently sat down with my friend Tammy Kennington—who is an amazing mental health coach, award-winning author, and podcaster—for a deeply personal conversation that truly touched my heart.Tammy shared so openly about the heavy things she’s overcome:* Childhood abuse.* Struggles with self-image.* The daily reality of chronic illness.What struck me most is how she found her way through these hardships. Her faith wasn’t just a part of her healing; it was the key that unlocked it, and it continues to fuel the incredible work she does today to help others.The heart of our conversation came down to one powerful message: the importance of seeing yourself through God’s eyes.Podcast Music by GrandProject from PixabayWatch the whole episode on my Youtube Channel and be sure to subscribe and followSHOW NOTES:00:07 Meet Tammy Kennington: Author and Podcaster00:41 Tammy’s Podcast: From Hardship to Hope01:24 Beauty Tips and Personal Struggles03:42 Finding Beauty in Faith06:45 Tammy’s Journey with Mental Health13:00 Overcoming Childhood Abuse15:45 Writing and Creative Pursuits26:01 Future Plans and Opportunities27:52 Where to Find Tammy KenningtonMEET TAMMY KENNINGTON:Tammy Kennington is a multi-genre author, podcaster, dually certified life and mental health coach, and inner healing prayer practitioner familiar with the impact of trauma, mental health issues, and parenting in hard places. She desires to lead women from hardship to hope and shares the love of Christ with the young and young at heart.An award-winning writer, Tammy has been featured in numerous magazines and online forums including Focus on the Family, Crosswalk.com, and Refresh Magazine.A preschool director and reading therapist, Tammy is an author of five children’s nonfiction books. Her work has been featured by publications such as Focus on the Family, Crosswalk.com, and Starlight magazine. She speaks regularly at women’s groups, educational venues, and church events.Besides enjoying playing with her two grandbabies, Tammy enjoys reading, kayaking, and connecting with other women over a cup of tea. She and her husband and high school sweetheart, David, live in Colorado Springs where they raised their four children.You can connect with Tammy at tammykennington.substack.com or listen to From Hardship to Hope on Apple, Substack, or your favorite podcast app.Receive your Free Resource: You Are Wonderfully Made Phone Lockscreen.Support Behold-Her Beauty by subscribing, leaving a review, and commenting.UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Elise Tegegne and Rosa Lia Gilbert.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter, please contact me too.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastMay the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On Instagram Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

🎉 I signed a book contract! 🎉I have been holding onto sharing this exciting news with you, captured in this reel: the signing of my book contract with The Way Back Books!This book is the story of my years as a prodigal daughter and God’s unwavering pursuit to woo me home. Told in poetry, it’s not just a collection of verses—it’s a deeply personal love song from God to me, capturing His love through nature, miracles, people, and His Word. 🤍 If you feel that your life is in ashes and wonder whether there is any beauty, second chances, or new beginnings, I hope my story can assure you of the transformative power of Jesus and how His love turns even the darkest moments into beautiful testimonies. Thank you to my publisher and dear friend Kimberly Phinney of @thewayback2ourselves & The Way Back Books and to all of you for your encouragement. I wouldn’t be here without you!Soon, I will share many other exciting details about this book, including my cover and the endorsements from my lovely endorsers.The book is scheduled to be released in late Fall 2025. I hope you will join me on my journey and be part of my launch team. 🙏 Here’s a little form (Prodigal Daughter Book Launch Team or comment ‘launch’).Full of gratitude for God’s goodness,Deborah#TheWayBackBooks #ProdigalDaughter #SecondChances #BeautyFromAshes #NewBeginnings #ChristianPoetry #ComingFall2025 #GodsLoveWebsite Books On Instagram Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Receive your Free Resource: You Are Wonderfully Made Phone Lockscreen.Support Behold-Her Beauty by subscribing, leaving a review and commenting.This is a special episode of Behold-Her Beauty, where my friend and author Michele Vrabel, and I discuss the beauty of standing in God’s current. Michele’s new book, “Outloud: The Sound of Healing,” with an “Outloud Healing Companion” Workbook, is out now. My poetic memoir, ‘Prodigal Daughter: Poems of Light for the Lost will be released soon as well. So, we sat down for a sister-to-sister conversation about saying yes to God, redemption, and our shared experiences as authors. We hope our friendship highlights the significance of supportive Christian sisterhood and the transformative power of God’s love and guidance in their lives and work. Plus, we love hanging out.Podcast Music by GrandProject from PixabayWatch the whole episode on my Youtube Channel and be sure to subscribe and followSHOW NOTES:00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty00:21 Building a Sisterhood Through Social Media02:39 Divine Appointments and Supportive Community05:15 Overcoming Challenges and Embracing God’s Will07:32 The Power of Testimony and Redemption10:59 Walking in Faith and Finding Peace20:24 Embracing God’s Plans and Growing in Faith28:34 The Power of Forgiveness30:35 Sharing Our Stories31:11 Introducing ‘Prodigal Daughter’33:10 The Healing Power of Poetry35:03 A Journey of Faith and Writing42:52 Launching ‘Out Loud, the Sound of Healing’51:01 The Importance of Community and Support54:53 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionMichele Vrabel is the author of Butterfly Stitches: The Metamorphosis of Healing and Outloud: The Sound of Healing, two powerful memoirs chronicling her journey of healing through emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical restoration. With unflinching honesty and deep faith, Michele invites readers to witness how Jesus met her in the rawest places of her story—transforming wounds into sacred testimonies of grace.When she's not writing, Michele serves others through her work as a bookkeeper, offering clarity and order to businesses and ministries alike. She also hosts a soul-nourishing podcast, where she speaks candidly about healing, identity, and what it means to live authentically in God’s truth.Whether on the page, behind the mic, or in everyday spreadsheets, Michele’s calling is the same: to help others find freedom in the places they’ve been silenced, and to remind them that healing is not only possible—it’s holy.Connect with Michele at https://michelevrabel.com/, https://www.facebook.com/michele.vrabelhernandez/, https://www.instagram.com/sweetartbyshelly/, Old School with Michele Vrabel Podcast.UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Tammy Kennington, Eve Harrell, Elise Tegegne and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastMay the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On Instagram Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Behold-Her Beauty Podcast where we talk about beauty, faith and the difficult things in life. Today we are welcoming to the chair our lovely guest author Dawn Ward.Receive your Free Resource: You Are Wonderfully Made Phone Lockscreen.Support Behold-Her Beauty by subscribing, leaving a review and commenting.🕊️🌟Join me and author Dawn Ward as we explore her journey from guilt to grace, discussing addiction support, boundless hope, and skincare secrets. A must-listen for anyone seeking encouragement and transformation! This episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration. Don't miss it! 🎙️💖 #HopeAndHealing" #FromGuiltToGrace" #FaithToFlourish"From Guilt to Grace with Dawn Ward.In this episode, we dive deep into a heartfelt conversation with Don Ward, an author, speaker, writer, and Bible teacher who founded The Faith to Flourish ministry. Dawn discusses her journey from working in the beauty industry to founding a ministry that supports Christian mothers of children struggling with addiction. She discusses her book, 'From Guilt to Grace,' and shares beauty tips, her skincare routine, and her personal experience reintegrating faith into her life. The discussion touches on dealing with addiction within the family, maintaining hope, and the importance of faith and prayer. She also provides practical advice for those supporting loved ones dealing with addiction, equipping them with tools to focus on their spiritual well-being, seek support, and rely on faith rather than fear. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for the audience.Podcast Music by GrandProject from PixabaySHOW NOTES:00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty00:13 Meet Dawn Ward: Author and Bible Teacher01:08 Dawn's Personal Journey and Family Life02:23 Beauty Tips and Industry Insights08:03 Navigating Beauty Standards and Faith19:57 Transitioning Careers: From Aesthetician to Ministry29:08 Opening Up: Sharing Family Stories29:40 The Writing Process: Challenges and Growth30:10 Heart Work and Healing30:24 God's Perspective: Multifaceted Diamonds30:48 The Journey of Publishing and Personal Growth31:14 Encouragement for Writers and Those in Healing31:42 Struggles and Breakthroughs in Writing32:44 The Story Behind the Book33:53 Biblical Boundaries and God's Love41:14 Practical Steps for Dealing with Addiction44:36 Faith Over Fear: A Mother's Journey50:30 Trusting God with Our Loved Ones56:49 Final Thoughts and PrayerMEET DAWN WARD:Dawn Ward is a speaker, writer, and Bible teacher. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry equipping women to live transformed lives through inspiring teaching, mentoring, and biblical resources. The ministry also offers support and encouragement to women with addicted loved ones. She is married to Steve and mom to three adult children. Dawn lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she prefers scenic mountain hikes over the lure of the city lights. When she is not busy writing or serving in the Women's Ministry of her local church, you will find her hanging out with her dogs and reading a good book. Dawn’s new book, From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children, published September 2024, is available for order.Social Media links:HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.comHTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourishHTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishbloghttps://youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnwardhttps://linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Michele Vrabel, Tammy Kennington, Eve Harrell, @elisetegengne Elise Tegegne and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.May the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On InstagramPick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Become a paid subscriber or leave a review and you will receive Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel. Just leave a ‘done’ in the comments.Receive your Free PDF Resource: A Summer To Cultivate Beauty🌸🙏 Embark on a journey of beauty, faith, and grace in this uplifting episode of #BeholderBeauty featuring author and speaker Amanda Hayhurst. Uncover the profound impact of prayer and community in transforming lives, and be inspired by Amanda's powerful story of faith. Tune in now and let the transformative power of prayer and community fill your heart with hope and encouragement!Don't forget to pick Amanda's best seller devotionals, "Pray for Him" and "Pray for Her." These resources are a powerful tool to guide your prayers and deepen your relationship with God.Join me for a deeply personal and sensitive conversation with my friend, author and speaker Amanda Hayhurst. We explore beauty, both physical and spiritual, as well as Amanda's personal journey with faith, marriage, and overcoming hidden shame. Amanda reveals her motivations behind her writings and the significance of daily repentance, prayer, and godly community in personal and relational healing. She also talks about the importance of seeing beauty in others beyond physical appearance and shares insights into her upcoming book deal, focusing on shedding shame. Amanda emphasizes the power of prayer in transforming oneself and relationships, offering practical advice and encouragement to the listeners, empowering them to take control of their spiritual growth.So, grab a favorite beverage, find a cozy spot, and tune in for a heartfelt discussion on the intersection of beauty and faith with my lovely guest, Amanda Hayhurst. Please feel free to share this episode, join the conversation in the comments, and follow or like on your favorite platforms. Your engagement is what makes our community strong.Podcast Music by GrandProject from PixabaySHOW NOTES:00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty00:13 Meet Amanda Hayhurst01:22 Amanda's Family and Life in Georgia02:34 Beauty Tips and Self-Care03:52 Struggles with Beauty and Identity05:56 Healing from Father Wounds07:22 Journey of Forgiveness and Grace09:54 Writing and Helping Others22:45 Finding Community in Writing26:07 The Power of Prayer in Marriage30:14 Writing a Devotional35:14 Daily Repentance and Prayer39:08 Concluding Thoughts and PrayerMEET AMANDA HAYHURSTAmanda Hayhurst is a Christian author and speaker with a Master’s in Biblical and Theological Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. She has been featured in Guidepost, Chicken Soup for the Soul, and Focus on the Family. She is the author of the best-selling devotionals Pray for Him and Pray for Her, which have helped thousands of couples move from fix and control to surrender and prayer. She has a passion for encouraging others and considers herself a hype woman for other women. She has been married to her husband, Marcus, for fifteen years and gives God all the glory. They cherish every moment spent with their two young boys and adult bonus daughter. You can connect with Amanda at www.AmandaHayhurst.com on Instagram: amandahayhurstwrites/.UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Dawn Ward, Michele Vrabel, Tammy Kennington, Eve Harrell and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTOur prayer is that in these 40 days, you will shift your perspective, trust God's timing, lean into Jesus, and recognize His blessings in unexpected ways. So join us on the podcast here and grab your copy of the book today on Amazon! Could you help us spread the word? Share this, text a friend, or leave a review!Bless you dear friend and thank you for being here.Love, DeborahSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to my Summer Series to cultivate beauty in your soul, mind, and body. Today we have a lovely guest author, podcaster, and speaker Amanda Schaefer.Receive your Free PDF Resource: A Summer To Cultivate Beauty🎙️ Dive into an inspiring conversation with Amanda Schaefer as she shares her journey of faith, beauty, and holy plot twists. 📚✨ Discover how her latest book, "Holy Plot Twists: God is Still Writing Your Story," encourages us to see God's hand in our stories. #Faith #HolyPlotTwists #BeholderBeauty #Testimony #Podcast #GodsStory #FaithJourneys #AmandaSchaeferWe’re also doing a book giveaway of Amanda’s new book “Holy Plot Twists.” To enter please listen and put DONE in the comments.See you in the commentsPodcast Music by Grand_Project from PixabaySHOW NOTES:00:00 Welcome to Beholder Beauty00:12 Meet Amanda Schaefer00:44 Amanda's Faith Journey01:54 The Power of God's Presence06:59 Struggles with Beauty11:59 Amanda's Writing Journey15:54 Holy Plot Twists30:47 Sharing Your Story33:44 The Power of Sharing Your Story34:40 Remembering God's Faithfulness36:07 The Importance of Christian Community37:17 A Personal Journey to Christ44:17 Finding Hope in Worship45:41 God's Unexpected Plans50:32 The Birth of a Podcast Ministry59:36 Encouragement for Sharing Your Story01:01:20 Closing Thoughts and PrayerMEET AMANDA SCHAEFERAmanda Schaefer is a podcast host, award-winning author, and speaker. She carries with her the goodness of looking through a lens of gratitude. The “A Cup of Gratitude” podcast is global, reaching over 122 countries and 3.K cities. As a speaker, Amanda teaches the Bible while challenging audiences to live the way God intends. She has a way of making scripture come alive through everyday examples. Amanda’s books include “Crumbled, A Place for Broken People,” “Daily Instaration,” and “Holy Plot Twists: God is Still Writing Your Story.” She is a contributing author of “Life Changing Stories,” “One Chance, One Dance, Don’t Miss the Moments in Your Life,” and “Courageous Voices Unlocked.” Her books are down-to-earth and packed with Biblical truth. Amanda has also written articles for “The Brave Women Series,” “The Uncommon Normal Gratitude Series,” “The Love Offering,” “The Warrior Women Series,” “Butterfly Living, “The Empty Nest Mom Series,” and “The Season Series.”Connect with Amanda at www.acupofgratitude.org or on Social media.www.instagram.com/acupof_gratitudewww.facebook.com/amanda.f.schaeferwww.acupofgratitude.orghttps://youtube.com/@acupofgratitude?si=PF55x6T4ecrs7jdgUPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Amanda Hayhurst, Dawn Ward, Michele Vrabel, Tammy Kennington and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTOur prayer is that in these 40 days, you will shift your perspective, trust God's timing, lean into Jesus, and recognize His blessings in unexpected ways. So join us on the podcast here and grab your copy of the book today on Amazon! Could you help us spread the word? Share this, text a friend, or leave a review!Bless you dear friend and thank you for being here.Wonderfully Made, DeborahSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastBecome a subscriber and you will receive Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel. Also leave a review after you listen for a chance to win some of Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel! Just leave a ‘done’ in the comments.As an award-winning Emmy recipient makeup artist, I spent year talking to actors in my makeup chair. This prepared me for my future as a podcaster. So welcome to the chair on the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast where my guest and share beauty and faith. Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to my Summer Series with Essays and Podcasts to cultivate beauty in your soul, mind, and body. Today we have a lovely guest author and podcaster Katie Sampias.Become a subscriber and you will receive Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel. Also leave a review after you listen for a chance to win some of Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel! Just leave a ‘done’ in the comments.As an award-winning Emmy recipient makeup artist, I spent year talking to actors in my makeup chair. This prepared me for my future as a podcaster. So welcome to the chair on the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast where my guest and share beauty and faith.Receive your Free PDF Resource: A Summer To Cultivate Beauty🎙️ Get ready for an enlightening episode on the Beholder Beauty Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to have author and podcaster Katie Sampias with us, diving deep into the profound topics of beauty, faith, and the power of storytelling through her new book, “Her Story of Jesus.” 📚🌟 Tune in and be part of the conversation! # PodcastLife # FaithAndBeauty # BeholderBeauty # KatieSampias # PodcastEpisode # PodcastLove #AuthorInterview # HerStoryOfJesus ✨In this episode of the Beholder Beauty podcast, I chat with Katie Sampias, an author and podcast host from Brisbane, Australia, about her new book, 'Her Story of Jesus,' and her podcast, 'The Profound Moments Podcast.' I first met Katie on Substack, and was excited to learn about her new book coming out on Calla Press.Katie shares personal insights about her dual life in Australia and the USA, her family, and balancing a public service job with her passion for writing. Our conversation delves deeply into themes of inner beauty, self-acceptance, and the profound transformative power of faith. She shares her struggles with postpartum body image and her experiences with anxiety during and after pregnancy. Katie also discusses her experiences with the Holy Spirit and how they have shaped her writing. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on the intersection of beauty, motherhood, faith, and the eternal love of Jesus.So, grab a favorite beverage, find a cozy spot, and prepare for an inspiring conversation with my lovely guest, Katie Sampias. I look forward to having you join us. Don't forget to tune in to the full episode! Please feel free to share this episode, join the conversation in the comments, and follow or like on your favorite platforms.See you in the commentsPodcast Music by Grand_Project from PixabaySHOW NOTES:00:56 Meet Katie Sampias: Author and Podcaster02:07 Beauty Tips and Personal Struggles10:34 Faith and Inner Beauty13:19 Katie's Faith Journey and Writing Process30:20 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts33:08 Prayer, Closing Remarks and Next Episode PreviewMEET KATIE SAMPIASKatie Sampias lives in Brisbane, Australia, with her husband Matthew and their three children (two girls and a boy). From a very young age she fell in love with writing. She always dreamed of writing a book and having it published and her book, Her Story of Jesus, which has just been released, is the realization of that dream!UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Amanda Schaefer, Amanda Hayhurst, Dawn Ward, Michele Vrabel and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTOur prayer is that in these 40 days, you will shift your perspective, trust God's timing, lean into Jesus, and recognize His blessings in unexpected ways. So join us on the podcast here and grab your copy of the book today on Amazon! Could you help us spread the word? Share this, text a friend, or leave a review!Bless you dear friend and thank you for being here.Love, DeborahSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to my Summer Series with Essays and Podcasts to cultivate beauty in your soul, mind, and body. Today we have a lovely guest author, speaker, podcaster, wife, and former actress in the Broadway theater world Katie Battistelli.Become a subscriber and you will receive Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel. Also leave a review after you listen for a chance to win some of Behold-Her Beauty’s new Obnoxiously Happy apparel! Just leave a ‘done’ in the comments.As an award-winning Emmy recipient makeup artist, I spent year talking to actors in my makeup chair. This prepared me for my future as a podcaster. So welcome to the chair on the Behold-Her Beauty Podcast where my guest and share beauty and faith.Receive your Free PDF Resource: A Summer To Cultivate Beauty🌟✨ Dive into a heartfelt conversation with author, speaker, podcaster, and former actress in the Broadway theatre world Katie Battistelli, and your host, me, Deborah, on the Beholder Beauty podcast. We explore faith, beauty, and finding purpose beyond the empty nest. We dive into her new book, The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name.🎶Tune in to be inspired and uplifted! 🎧💖 #FaithAndBeauty #EmptyNest #Podcast 📚 #BeholderBeauty❤️ #NewBeginningsGod doesn't look at the size of our obedience, he just looks at whether we obey. So whatever that thing is that God is telling you to do, step out and do it because we need that. The world needs whatever it is he's telling you to do, the world needs it or he wouldn't tell you to do it.So consider: Ask yourself, how can I build the kingdom? And don't think you're disqualified because you are not. That is a lie.—KATE BATTISTELLIThis is a powerful episode featuring author, speaker, podcaster, and former Broadway actress Kate Battistelli. She shares a wealth of wisdom with us as we discuss beauty, her latest book, The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name, and God's divine plans for our lives.You'll find out why I felt so unqualified to meet with her because I thought my past disqualified me. This lovely, lovely, godly woman ministered to my heart, and she will to yours. Whatever God calls us to do, He is the one who qualifies us.This is a hopeful conversation pointing all glory to God. We discuss Kate's favorite beauty tips inside and out. Additionally, we delve into how to prepare for the empty-nest season and overcome life's challenges. Kate offers encouragement for women at various stages of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of stepping out in obedience and seeking community support.So, grab a favorite beverage, find a cozy spot, and prepare for an inspiring conversation with my lovely guest, Kate Battistelli. I look forward to having you join us. Don't forget to tune in to the full episode! Please feel free to share this episode, join the conversation in the comments, and follow or like on your favorite platforms.Be sure to pick up her books: The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name and The After Party Devotional Companion.See you in the comments!Podcast Music by Grand_Project from PixabaySHOW NOTES:00:00 Introduction to Beholder Beauty Podcast00:32 Meet Kate Battistelli: Author and Speaker01:07 Kate's Journey to Authorship02:24 Beauty Tips and Self-Care06:16 Struggles with Beauty and Self-Image12:49 The Empty Nest and New Beginnings15:41 Kate's Transition from Broadway to Homeschooling19:05 The God Dare: Embracing New Challenges23:02 Advice for Moms Preparing for the Empty Nest24:36 Identifying Your Empty Nest Bird Type27:54 Personal Journey and Struggles29:05 Dealing with Past Mistakes30:30 Finding Purpose and Obedience33:34 The Power of Prayer39:09 Embracing the Empty Nest42:35 Strengthening Marriages46:17 Overcoming Hindrances51:50 Final Thoughts and EncouragementMEET KATE BATTISTELLIKate Battistelli is the author of The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom is Not Your Only Name, the bestseller, The God Dare: Will You Choose to Believe the Impossible, and Growing Great Kids: Partner with God to Cultivate His Purpose in Your Child’s Life. She is a contributing writer to the (in)courage Bible for Women and The Spirit-Led Woman’s Bible, and her writing has appeared in Guideposts, The Joyful Life magazine, The Better Mom, Mici magazine, and more. She is one-third of the popular Mom to Mom Podcast. In addition, she is an honoree with She Leads Tennessee.Links: X, www.katebattistelli.com/, Instagram: @katebattistelli/UPCOMING PODCAST SCHEDULE: Upcoming guests Katie Sampias, Michele Vrabel, Amanda Schaefer, Dawn Ward. Amanda Hayhurst, and TBA’s.If you would like to have your book or brand advertised on the Behold-her Beauty Podcast and in my newsletter please contact me too.How do I make my podcast? I use Descript for editing for video and audio. If you would like to try it out please use my affiliate number by pressing on DESCRIPT.Pick up: UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS: 40 DAYS OF DISCOVERING GOD’S BESTOur prayer is that in these 40 days, you will shift your perspective, trust God's timing, lean into Jesus, and recognize His blessings in unexpected ways. So join us on the podcast here and grab your copy of the book today on Amazon! Could you help us spread the word? Share this, text a friend, or leave a review!May the Lord bless you and keep you,DeborahWebsite Books On InstagramSubscribe to the Behold-Her Beauty PodcastDeborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Deborah Rutherford's Behold-Her Beauty at deborahrutherford.substack.com/subscribe