Guest Blogger- Megan at Beautiful Bits of Grace

As I announced yesterday, I am excited to introduce you all to my friend Megan at Beautiful Bits of Grace. She is a busy girl: Mom, blogger, crafter, photographer, pintrest addict.  Everytime I check in on her, she is doing something new, and doing it well! If you get a minute, check out her etsy shop. Full of beautiful items she created. I love her flowers. So pretty, and oh, so girly!


Take it away, Megan!



Hi, my name is Megan and I publish a little blog named Beautiful Bits of Grace where you can find me writing about the everyday beautifullness of this life, motherhood, photography and whatever my latest project may be thanks to the oh so addictive Pinterest. 

I "met" Angie in the summer when I was lucky enough to win one of her adorable bags through a giveaway. I was also privileged to work with her on a giveaway together.

She actually invited me to guest post for her a few months ago and I was so flattered and honored! I had every intention of writing a guest post right away for her. The only problem was that I struggle with two things. Procrastination and perfection. I wanted my post to be just right and I didn't want to give Angie anything less. So I procrastinated....for months.Too be honest,  I didn't think any post I would write would be good enough and I was constantly comparing my blog and myself to others. It is something that I definately struggle with and have prayed about.  Comparing myself to others around me. That constant trying to keep up with everyone, everything. Trying to find approval from people instead of being confident in my God given purpose.  

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Then this morning as I sat down to read my my bible as I had promised God I would so many times {and failed}, I prayed and I asked God to help me, help me to stop trying to live up to the expectations I had placed on myself because of comparison.  I opened my bible to this verse:

The sun has one kind of beauty, the moon has another beauty and the stars have another. And each star is different in it's beauty!

1 Corinthians 14:33 

This verse spoke volumes to me! It reminded me that we are all created differently and each of us has a God given talent or ability. We are all unique and beautiful in that uniqueness. Sometimes we just need a gentle reminder and some loving encouragement. We may think that what we have to offer isn't good enough or right but it may be exactly what someone needed to read. If you decide to stop by and visit my blog be sure and say hi! 

RedLetterWords Giveaway!

Following up my post from earlier this week, I really want to get better about wearing my faith on my sleeve. I want to put my money where my mouth is.

That is one thing that I've admired about Dee from Red Letter Words. From the first time I discovered her beautiful work it was apparant that each piece that she creates is to bring glory to God.  (as well as a beautiful statement for your home!)  I love what she says about her self.
She "believes in the power of the Word, that God qualifies the called, that our gifts and talents should be shared, and that there is a time and a purpose for everything."  

Wow.

After lusting after her prints for close to a year, I am excited to have the opportunity to give a piece of RedLetterWords to one of my readers!





This handpoured soy candle with a powerful message is sure to make a bold statement in any room of your home.

There are 3 ways to enter.....
Leave a comment below telling me your favorite RedLetterWords product.

Leave an additional comment if you like Gathered & Sown on Facebook.

Leave an additional comment with your favorite bible verse and what it means to you.

Each comment will be one entry. Thanks for stopping and best of luck!

{contest is open to continental US readers only...sorry!}