Yes + Amen Design

You’ve heard the phrase, “a New Year, a New you,” but Scripture says something better. It says if we are IN Christ, we are a NEW creation.

What’s this mean? It means the grace of God not only justifies us, but it changes our manner of living. Our thoughts shift from living for ourselves to living for Him. Our perspective changes from hopeless earthly outcomes to the Sovereign eternal purposes of God.

We can’t be the same where the grace of God has washed over us. Yes we still sin and struggle, but now we are armed and covered in grace and mercy. The blood of Jesus paid it all and all to Him we owe.

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
‭‭II Corinthians‬ ‭5:17‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

To this we say, Yes + Amen!

🌅 Made especially for Dena mom, in celebration of her new life in Christ. Pictured with a favorite spot near the water reminiscent of the “new” work He’s done in her life. New day, New creation. 😊

As my first year of draws to a close, I have to say thank you. Thank you for trusting me to create so many (70+) unique gifts for your people. I have loved the challenge of connecting their story with a thoughtful design! 😍

We have made gifts for so many different occasions —celebrations of marriage, graduations, memories of loved ones, or simple banner words to claim over a current season of life. Connecting the truth of Scripture with each gift has given me great joy. 🤩

🙏🏻 I pray that the things we create in 2022 would point people to the person of Jesus and the Word of God. That we would partner together for the sake of the Gospel and champion our friends to live their lives with eternal perspectives and purposes. 🌅

“I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.”
+ Philippians 1;3-5 ESV

To this I say, Yes + Amen.

See y’all in 2022!! (There will be some beautiful stories to share after Christmas!)

For His Splendor.

Some seasons of life are easier to find beauty in, while others feel heavy and hard. However, because of Christ, we can trade those ashes for beauty. We can put on praise instead of despair. Why? Because we have been created for purposes bigger than ourselves. We exist to give God glory.

A tree is a great picture of growth and strength in Scripture. He’s planted us in these seasons and He will bring us through it. We don’t make Him more glorious. He already IS glorious. We just get to display Him to a lost world.

“And provide for those who grieve in Zion—
to bestow on them a crown of beauty
instead of ashes,
the oil of joy
instead of mourning,
and a garment of praise
instead of a spirit of despair.
They will be called oaks of righteousness,
a planting of the Lord
for the display of his splendor.”
Isaiah 61:3 NIV

To this we say Yes + Amen!

Given by Kim Miller to our friend Heather who has an adopted son named Oak with a miracle story of his own! Their family’s testimony is a beautiful display of the Lord’s work in their lives.

Welcome one another”

Do you have a welcome mat at your door? It might be more than just a place to shake off the dust from your feet. Perhaps it’s an invitation that could remind us of a charge in scripture.

Paul puts a premium on building up others in the faith. He wants the Church to live in such a way that Christ is glorified by how we welcome and treat each other. We see this modeled in the humility of Christ as He came to serve rather than be served. He welcomed the little children. He welcomed the repentant thief and the woman at the well. He welcomed YOU. Jesus knew this would glorify His Father and relay the gospel to a watching world. He invites us to do the same.

So, the next time you see a welcome mat, remember how Jesus welcomed you and let it model your welcome to another.

“May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”
‭‭+Romans‬ ‭15:5-7‬ ‭ESV‬‬

To this, the Church says, “Yes + amen!”

Made especially for my dear friend Tammy Tammy Cowart who always welcomes people into her home and our church with sincere love and a hearty “Welcome y’all!”

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^ God is faithful ^
Think about this…God is faithful to show himself faithful to the faithful! It’s true! He keeps His promises.

💌All throughout scripture, He invites us to trust Him. When we follow His path and trust in Him for the strength to persevere, He sees and responds out of His covenant love. It’s not that we earn His approval or manipulate His actions…He’s wiser than that. But, it’s in our obedience that He wants to show us His faithfulness.

🎶As David sings this Psalm to the Lord after delivering him from his enemies, I believe we can echo this song of praise right back up to Him.

“To the faithful you show yourself faithful…”
+Psalm 18:25

To this we say, Yes + Amen!

👩🏻Made especially for (who loves the beach) in celebration of her graduation, birthday and faithfulness in these seasons, from her mom

🧐Can you spot another of her favorite verses in the sand? (Hint: B e s t I l l) 🏝

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* Grateful *
What relationships are you grateful for? Tag a friend below who brings you joy!

In this verse, Paul is overflowing with gratitude because of the good report Timothy has brought back to him. The Thessalonian believers were persevering in faith and love in a time of hardship which greatly encouraged Paul. So much so, that it affected his prayer life!

Isn’t it powerful to think that our walk can not only bring glory to God but also encourage the hearts of His people to respond in prayers of thankfulness?

I want to be bring gratitude to others by how my faith shows up in action and I trust that you would too! Let’s be children of God that love Him and others so well that it results in thankful prayers to heaven!

“How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you?”
+ I Thessalonians 3:9 NIV

To this we say, Yes + Amen!

👩🏻‍🦰 Made especially for my dear friend (who loves white hydrangeas) from her family While they chose this verse for her, I can attest to its application in her life! She’s shown up strong for me during some really tough times. Kari would do anything for you at anytime of day. She’s a true friend, beloved wife and hard-working mom of two of the sweetest girls. 😊

+ The LORD is my STRENGTH +

With the ending of one chapter, comes the beginning of another. Anticipation of the unknown is real and our human frailty reveals our questions. Too often, we want to know more than what is revealed. “How will God provide?” “What will happen?” “Will I make it through?”

However, as a child of God, there is a declaration and promise over our lives. And it’s a BIG one. We are NOT alone. He reminds us that He is WITH us. The lack of strength we feel invites us to depend upon His. He doesn’t leave us or forsake us. Instead, He REACHES His right hand down to us and boldly whispers,

“So do not fear, for I am with you;
    do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
+ Isaiah 41:10

🤚 He’s holding onto us my friends. To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

Made especially for from in celebration of her graduation and the good future God has planned for her.

A loyal friend 😊 Don’t we all want friendships that give us life? In a world that is constantly changing, it can be hard to find a faithful friend who will stand beside us in every season.
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🧐If you are looking for loyalty and wisdom in friendships, start by investing in the ones you have. They need your counsel, encouragement and faithful presence. It will make your heart and theirs glad.
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+”Oil and perfume make the heart glad,
and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.”
+Proverbs 27:9 CSB
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To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!
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💕Made especially for gifted by in appreciation for her constant friendship through every season. Pictured is the Hebrew word for friend.
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🍃 The Goodness of God

♥️ Isn’t young love beautiful? When two people come together because of the faithfulness of God through their pursuit of Him, it is a powerful testimony of God’s goodness.

🔔 As Ashley and Noah’s wedding day approaches, I see this passage as a declaration over their lives. God has shown His goodness in bringing them to this day and will continue to show it as they serve in ministry together. Through every season, He has been faithful.

📣 The Biblical call to declare the works of God to the next generation is handed down to every new union in Christ. There is no doubt that Ashley & Noah will share God’s goodness to the world as they follow Him as husband and wife. We can’t wait to celebrate His abundant goodness and joyfully sing of His righteousness this weekend!

“One generation commends your works to another;
    they tell of your mighty acts.

They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—
    and I will meditate on your wonderful works.

They tell of the power of your awesome works—
    and I will proclaim your great deeds.
 
They celebrate your abundant goodness
    and joyfully sing of your righteousness.”
+Psalm 145:4-7

To this promise we say, Yes + Amen!

👰‍♀️ Made especially for and 🤵‍♂️ in celebration of marriage.





📸 credit of bridal shower to

“The righteous man walks in his integrity. His children are blessed after him.”
+ Proverbs 20:7

Having a father who walks in step with the Spirit and lives out his callings and gifts with integrity is truly a gift! I know our kids are blessed and truly happier because of the character they see live out each day. He makes life fun and yet also points us to serving Jesus and loving others well. We love celebrating him today!

My earthly father went to heaven in 2017 and I miss him dearly. He was a loving and faithful prayer warrior who built our home on the foundation of the Gospel. He was a Toolmaker by trade and could fix or build most anything. If I needed some advice, he was always there. But in 2016, brain cancer became part of the story. It was an 11-month journey that ended in the victory of heaven.

In his absence, I have learned to depend on God as my Heavenly Father in even deeper ways. He’s the one I call on when I need help. He can truly fix anything!

I realize that Father’s Day may stir many emotions-some happy, some sad and maybe some huge disappointments. But what I truly know is that the love of our Heavenly Father NEVER fails. He’s not just a better version of our earthly dads, He’s the PERFECT version!

Whether your Dad is present, absent, or deceased, know that God the Father is ready to meet you in every season. He’s ready to answer your questions, comfort your sorrows, and provide for your every need. Both now and forever.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Made especially for my husband

Faith ~ Hope ~ Love

I can hardly write this one without tears welling up because it’s faith, hope and love that remind us of what truly matters in this life.

The reality of this life reflecting something far greater to come in heaven leaves me speechless. To see Jesus as He truly is…unhindered by the haze of this world is worth reflecting on. Yet, you see, Brooke, ‘s daughter, read this passage in a devotional the very same day of her entrance into heaven. While this tragedy came without warning, the sovereign hand of the Lord had already begun weaving a miracle of faith, hope and love in the lives of those left behind.

The Naylor family’s bond of love with each other and the Lord is strong. As only God could orchestrate, Brooke’s husband put his faith in the Lord only a few days after her passing. Their times shared together in the Word truly set the foundation for the comfort, hope, faith and love they found in Christ through such sorrow. Only God can cause this type of beauty to rise from ashes.

While we still mourn for these earthly losses, we can, at the same time, rejoice that Brooke is fully known by her Savior and seeing Him in all of His glory.

+“For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
1 Corinthians‬ ‭13:12-13‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

🌹 Made especially for in loving memory of her precious daughter Brooke.

# f r e e #
Today we honor the men and women that sacrificed their lives in service for our country and the freedoms we enjoy. To ignore their sacrifice is to deny their service and forget the cost. May that not be said of us.

As believers, we understand the idea of sacrifice for freedom. Our salvation is built on the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. He has freed us from the bo***ge of the law, the wages of sin and any of our feeble attempts to earn His favor.

So let us live with His sacrifice in mind. let us not grow complacent for His great gift. We are free in Christ, because of grace and that’s reason to give thanks.

+“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
‭‭+Galatians‬ ‭5:1‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise we say Yes + Amen!

🇺🇸 Made especially for in appreciation of her love for Jesus and our country. 🇺🇸

“ d w e l l “
Have you considered your earthly home a place where He wants to dwell with you? A place where you are actively abiding and being intentionally still with Him? Even the birds want to be near His altar in this passage.

If you want to be in His presence continually, consider your home a place to dwell with Him. Make it a place to raise your young, invite others in and use it as your figurative altar to offer up prayers of surrender and praise. Time spent with Him and for Him. Let’s make our homes a place to dwell.

+ “Even the sparrow finds a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may lay her young, at your altars, O Lord of hosts, my King and my God. Blessed are those who dwell in your house, ever singing your praise! Selah”
‭‭+ Psalm‬ ‭84:3-4‬ ‭ESV‬‬

To this promise we say, Yes + Amen!

🏠 Made especially for my friend for her “Nobles Nest.” Their home is truly a place where their family dwells and so it seemed only fitting to create this for her! Can you spot the hidden bird’s nest? 🌳 🐦 🏠

!! Hope !!

Dear friends ~ be greatly encouraged. His love and mercies are FOR you! He is faithfully pouring them out on you every...single...morning. What you need tomorrow, He will give, for what you have today is His portion.

May the sunrise remind you of His gracious gifts...His faithfulness ultimately shown in His sacrifice on the cross...the resurrection power freeing you from the curse of death and His unending steadfast love.

If we have Him, we have more than enough. We have true hope.

+“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.””+
‭‭Lamentations‬ ‭3:22-24‬ ‭ESV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

🌅Made especially for Erika🌅

Rebecca Hilton Klekotta 💜

~ (( p e a c e )) ~
Blues, greens, violets...colors that represent nature, skies, peace and tranquility. But if that’s where our eyes and mind stop, we miss out on our Creator’s design that is ultimately meant to point us to Himself! Our minds CAN have perfect peace despite our circumstances when they continually rest on Him. He’s in charge of it all, not worried about anything and calling us to place our trust IN Him. That’s PERFECT peace.

+ “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” +
Isaiah 26:3

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

🖼Made especially for Lena intentionally gifted by to remind her to steady her thoughts on Him through the trials of life🖼

+ blessed +
God is the source and substance of our blessing. It is He who is able to bless. It is always His face and grace that radiate upon us. In sorrows and in joys, He alone is able to give us peace because He gives to us Himself, the greatest blessing.

+“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” +
‭‭Numbers‬ ‭6:24-26‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise we say, Yes + Amen!

🏠 Made especially for the Werkheiser family, intentionally gifted by their neighbor to remember the home they left and to ask for God’s blessing upon their next one!🏠

Had the honor to sit with my dear friend and share on her very special Let it Be podcast! We talk about our friendship, some personal trials and the heart behind
Give her page a follow and listen to her podcasts which share stories of everyday people and the promises of God!
I am so grateful for her and her support of this new venture. Aren’t you grateful for friends that encourage you to step forward into new paths? And if you listen and follow her page as well, there’s a little discount code to use for your own Promise Beads!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-it-be/id1521063197?i=1000510428140

:) d e l i g h t (:

It’s astonishing. The God of all the Universe takes DELIGHT in His people! He is a Mighty Warrior, accomplishing His work in each of our lives. Do you marvel at Him making much of you? Singing over you? Do you sense the tender and joyful singing of the miraculous voice of God making a melody over you? This is the kind of great delight He takes in you - His workmanship created in Christ Jesus.

+ “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” +
‭‭Zephaniah‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

🎶Made especially for Laura🎶

!! joy !!

“Our joy in God is bound up with our trust in God. The two cannot be separated — not ever. Trust is the backbone of joy. And joy is the outflow of trust in one who is fully Trustworthy.” - Tony Reinki

When we sense our joy fizzling out, let’s examine the placement of our trust. Is He our strength or are we trusting in ourselves, our circumstances or in another person? As believers, the Lord is our strength and our shield. He gives us confidence and protection because He is the One who never fails. Let’s give Him our praise and let joy leap from our hearts!

+ “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” +
Psalm 28:7

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen.

😊Made especially for Brandice😊 (I love that your friend sees joy radiate from your life!)

{{{ extravagant }}}

Oh to be able to love others the way Christ loved us! We see this kind of love personified in God the Father who gave His only Son to die for us. We see it offered in the obedience of Jesus on the cross out of His love for us - sinners in need of a savior. He didn’t give it cautiously, half-heartedly, or with conditions. We are to love like Him, to model His love to our brothers, sisters, neighbors, and yes, even our enemies. A love that is not self-seeking or measured. This is extravagant love.

+“Watch what God does, and then you do it, like children who learn proper behavior from their parents. Mostly what God does is love you. Keep company with him and learn a life of love. Observe how Christ loved us. His love was not cautious but extravagant. He didn’t love in order to get something from us but to give everything of himself to us. Love like that.” +
Ephesians 5:1-2 MSG

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

👩‍🎨Made especially for Amber (with a little inspiration from some tapestry in her home)

^^^ faithful^^^
God is faithful. He is who our hope must rest in. His faithfulness supersedes anything we could merit. As our great high priest, Jesus came to give us access to the Father and an eternal hope that cannot fade away. He’s made promises, kept those promises and wants us to hold fast to them. Let’s cling to this for 2021 - His faithfulness is our hope.

+ “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” +
Hebrews 10:23

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen!

⛰ Made especially for Kristen 🏔

+ faith +

Jesus calls us to put our full belief in Him, believing that He is able to carry out the seemingly impossible actions in our lives. Our faith may look small, but it’s sturdy and powerful in His hands. This mustard-seed size faith believes in God who is the Creator, Sustainer, Redeemer, Miracle-worker and Way-maker over it all.

🌻Made especially for Caila 🌻

Caila is a beautiful high school senior who was in a car accident earlier this year that left her in a wheelchair. But we know that this is not the end of her story. God doesn’t leave us in our suffering but He meets us there in new and unforeseen ways strengthening our faith in Him. We believe God is at work and that nothing is impossible for Him! We have faith that He is able to bring her through this next season with His way-making, miracle-working, promise-keeping, light in the darkness power because that is Who He is!

+ “...Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” +
Matthew 17:20

To this promise we say, Yes + Amen!

< s u r r e n d e r >

A prayer, a mindset and a posture. It’s keeping open hands and asking the Lord to bless the work He’s called us to. Knowing that everything exists to give Him glory and living in expectation that He will carry out the good work He’s planned. May His favor be the only one we seek.

+ “May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us— yes, establish the work of our hands.”+
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭90:17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen.

🙌🏻Made especially for Katie🙌🏻

(Be sure to check out for Katie’s beautiful line of faith-based paper goods!)

~ n e w ~

Sometimes we love the past because it seems better to us than the present. But God doesn’t see like we do. He is calling us higher. He wants us to pay attention to the new work He is doing in us. God is providing a way in our wilderness and provisions in what feels like a wasteland. He never wastes what He’s already purposed. Let’s have eyes to see the new work He is doing today.

+ “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” +
‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭43:18-19‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen.

🌱Made especially for Morgan🌱

{ t r u s t }
Jesus calls us to pray with a heart posture of full confidence and belief. He welcomes our requests asked with belief in His Name and according to His will. It doesn’t mean we will always get what we ask for, but that He will answer with whatever He deems best. As our Heavenly Father, He surely knows what we need. Let’s pray with a heart full of trust!

+ “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.” +
Mark 11:24 NIV

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen.

🙏🏻Made especially for Christine 🙏🏻

~ w i s d o m ~

Solomon asked God for it, and so should we. However, the Word of God tells us the starting place for finding wisdom is in the fear of the Lord. In understanding His holiness, we see Him for who He is and find reverent awe and wonder in seeking to honor Him in our everyday lives.

+ “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” +
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭9:10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen.

🍃Made especially for Alisa🍃

Introducing Promise Beads...a thoughtful home accessory designed to reflect a promise of God in your story.

💗Made especially for Holly💗

In loving memory of her precious daughter Sable, who’s own hand-drawn heart has become a symbol of love, hope and remembrance of the faithfulness of God seen in every sunrise.

+ “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” +
Lamentations 3:22-23

To this promise, we say Yes + Amen

👋🏼 Hi there!!! Welcome to Yes + Amen Design! My hope is to design thoughtful gifts that reflect a promise of God in your story or in the story of your friend!

For the next 10 days leading up to Christmas, I’ll share some intentional gifts given to some special friends!

Follow along and share on this journey with me!