welcome to
an affinity for beauty
the belief
What we long for in beauty is the evidence of God in our souls. Beauty is that eternal quality that makes us aware of his presence and glory in creation. It is that which leaves us in awe of his very existence. We firmly believe that we, as women, made in the image of God, have a unique beauty that provides undeniable evidence of God. We believe that the way we bear his image is a stunning reflection of his heart, brilliance, and glory. Therefore, as women, we cultivate and steward our hearts differently, creating a need for spiritual formation content curated especially for us.
the vision
To advocate for and witness to truth, goodness, and beauty.
the mission
To write books, devotionals, and studies that articulate the truth of the gospel and the goodness of God’s character and intentions. Furthermore, to properly depict the beauty of His presence through creative content development, curriculum, and teaching.
the values.
truth.
We value and hold in the highest regard the truth of the Gospel and God’s self-revelation in Scripture. That is, we believe what He has stated and revealed about Himself is the standard and lens through which reality is properly framed and understood.
Truth is the standard by which we measure personal integrity, moral character, and ethics. If God is whole and unchanging, settled and consistent in thought and action, then we must be governed by the same attitude of wholeness, consistency, settledness, and excellence in thought, action, and word.
goodness.
God’s goodness in character and intention are the standard by which we measure our intentions towards those around us. If God intends good towards His creation and is ultimately working all things together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to purposes, then our responsibility is to participate in God’s work with every good intention.
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beauty.
What we long for in beauty is the evidence of God in our souls. That which gives evidence to Him is his presence. Therefore, our primary endeavor is to witness to the beauty of God by creating greater awareness of his presence and glory in the life of the Beloved.
Not only do we have an affinity, but also a great curiosity for that which gives evidence to God. In learning about his interaction with creation throughout time, we gain a greater understanding of his mind and character. Through education, we find the beauty that informs our work and ministry.
"My primary life values are truth, goodness, and beauty. That is to say, I value the truth of the Gospel, the goodness of God, and the beauty of His presence. When all is said and done, when time has run its course, I want to be remembered as one who stewarded, well, the gift of life. Who rightly and nobly ordered the mind and character. Who stayed true, good, and beautiful. And who forsook, not the unforced rhythms of grace."
KRISTIN NICOLE SMITH, FOUNDER
KRISTIN NICOLE SMITH
about the founder
In studying History and Theology at Regent University, Kristin found the stunning beauty of the Bride of Christ captivating. While love may be the highest ethic, she believes beauty is the highest apologetic. For, what we long for in beauty is the evidence of God in our souls. And, Kristin, has an affinity for beautiful things. She believes the hope of the future is actualized in the truth of the Gospel, the goodness of God’s purposes, and the beauty of His presence.
Kristin likes her coffee mixed with prayer, worship mixed with laughter, and friendship mixed with Scripture.
the devotional.
Affinity for Beauty devotionals are designed to help you spend intentional time with the Word of God. Taking time to define your week with a devotional, read the Word of God in a passage of Scripture, identify what's significant from observation, articulate your convictions through application, and have a conversation with God in prayer, enables you to better connect with the truth, goodness, and beauty of God at a soul level when journaling.
A twelve week DEVOTIONAL
BY KRISTIN NICOLE SMITH
you will receive what he has promised.
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I have an affinity for beautiful things...
Stay true, good, and beautiful...
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