What does it mean to be kept by God? It means we are reserved, set apart, taken...spoken for, saved, and held. When we’re kept, we’re provided for by His everlasting love. In fact, we’re the apple of His eye and He’s always watching out for us. Even if you'd rather just skip Valentine's Day altogether this year, you can lean in to the arms of God and feel His divine embrace.

Being intentional about our time with God takes discipline and requires us to steal away like Jesus did in the wilderness or surrounding hills.

What should I do with this smoking time bomb of anger? It’s easy to get angry with God when we're living a life we didn't plan and would never choose. He’s the chap that put black holes in the cosmos (why, I have no idea) and those little luminous creatures at the bottom of the oceans (again, I’ve no idea why). He’s the guy who parted the Red Sea and healed the blind and crippled. Why can’t He heal me?

You see for God, gift-giving isn't a seasonal thing. It's Who He is. He's the ultimate Gift-Giver. I love that about the Lord; it doesn't need to be a special occasion, Christmastime, or even our birthday for Him to lavish us with extravagant gifts. It's truly an everyday occurrence. He is so good and so sweet. He's the best gift-giver.

Gathering with friends gives us the gift of grace and God’s presence. In my opinion, times of fellowship and gathering around the table are truly priceless. I love a good dinner party don’t you?  However, I love great conversation even more than a gourmet meal. And, if 2020 has taught me anything, it’s the gift…

http://amyelaine.com | This morning I listened to this interview with Latan Roland Murphy on Real Victory Radio,  I was reminded afresh how much I adore this woman’s heart! She is bold and courageous and wise! Y’all, she’s the real deal and you know how much I love authenticity. I know you’ll enjoy hearing about how…

Shining bright on the darkest days is possible. Though we're living in some awfully dark days right now, this is nothing new for God. He's been shining His light into the world since time began. The how-to of helping you shine bright on the darkest days is found right in the well-loved Christmas story in the lives of everyday people like you and me.

God’s perspective comes from a heavenly mindset, a Kingdom outlook. God only has eyes for our good. We have to have faith to see things as God sees them. Seeing the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the Living is possible!