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Why Does Real Life Have To Be So Messy?

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Why Does Real Life Have To Be So Messy?

Why does life have to be so messy? I know, it’s hard, but our messy lives are beautiful in the eyes of God. When we’ve poured ourselves out, our empty really is enough when God fills our cup.

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Amy Elaine Martinez writes a faith-based, Christ-centered blog with devotional content inspiring people to walk in wholeness and live in victory. Amy Elaine is the author of ‘Becoming a Victory Girl’ book available on Amazon and Kindle. Her blog offers Bible-based teaching on a variety of topics. A story-teller at heart, Amy Elaine loves to share her own story of becoming a Broken Girl Made Whole. You’ll find a daily dose of encouragement and inspiration for living the victorious life. Subscribe to the blog at AmyElaine.com so you don’t miss a thing! You might recognize her as the former radio host of Real Victory Radio (Past to Power Podcast).

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Are you walking through the Unknown right now? Tru Are you walking through the Unknown right now? Trudging through a strange, unfamiliar landscape trying to navigate your way to the other side can be defeating, but it doesn’t have to be. Because we have our True North in Jesus, we can be sure to trust the Spirit’s leading. When we feel lost, we can be BRAVER STILL. As we lean in and listen, God’s Word reassures us that we do have a spiritual guide, NOT like the world, but in God, Himself. “This is the way, walk in it.” This is what Isaiah 30:21 says, “And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, 'This is the way, walk in it,' when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.” #braverstill #strongbraveloved #amyelaineministries #faithjourney #wildernessculture #walkwithgod #keepgoing
have mercy | Lord, You are a merciful God. Today, have mercy | Lord, You are a merciful God. Today, I’m praying this prayer: “…have mercy on me and my circumstances, Lord. …have mercy on my family. …have mercy because You are a merciful God and I need a breakthrough—for something to change—to know that I’m going to make it through.” a simple, yet powerful prayer. #havemercy #mercy #mercyme #graceupongrace #mercifulgod #simpleprayer #powerofprayer #amyelaineministries #faithjourney  #griefjourney *we switched my sweet mama over to morphine this morning and honestly, we’re just praying for mercy…her birthday is Thursday and the greatest gift would be to go home to heaven
Scripture is a salve to our souls. Intense seasons Scripture is a salve to our souls. Intense seasons of waiting and healing are necessary parts of spiritual growth. We don’t always enjoy the process, but if we can learn to lean into God’s Word we will learn to wait better, without getting bitter. Our faith journey marks us for eternity. As we walk through the wilderness, intimacy with God cultivates our hearts to grow closer to Him. It’s here that we begin to look more like Jesus. As Holy Spirit works out what’s all tangled and knotted up within us, we are undone. This unraveling process is the most complicated part of the journey and also the most rewarding. It’s here where God does His best work—setting a fire 🔥 in our hearts, a passion for more of Him and less of ourselves. The Word of God defines us and that’s why it’s so important to ingest and digest it daily. Loved this from a commentary I recently researched: “The first-person narrator describes the taste of the scroll as being as sweet as honey. When the voice speaks again it is to implore Ezekiel once more to pronounce God’s words to Israel. There seems to be a relationship between the ingestion of the scroll, its sweet taste, and the ability to speak God’s words.” (Source in comments) 🤯 Indeed, it’s in the digesting of God’s Word that we nurture ourselves and are then able to repeat and regurgitate what we’ve eaten over ourselves. This is SOUL FOOD for the weary and worn out—it’s the Bread of Life. BIBLE VERSE: “He told me, “Son of man, eat what you see. Eat this book. Then go and speak to the family of Israel.” As I opened my mouth, he gave me the scroll to eat, saying, “Son of man, eat this book that I am giving you. Make a full meal of it!” So I ate it. It tasted so good—just like honey.”
‭‭Ezekiel‬ ‭3‬:‭1‬-‭3‬ ‭MSG‬‬
#sweetashoney #bibleverses #amyelaineministries #faithjourney #godsword #breadoflife #memorizescripture #souldfood #intentionalliving Girl, I see you!
Leave a 🤍 if you'd like a list of verses to meditate on while you wait on God to reveal the next steps He has for you. #nextstep
Thanks @discomacarons for a fun morning with our l Thanks @discomacarons for a fun morning with our little Rae of sunshine. ☀️ she was not gonna sit on the couch with us. #twoyearsold 😂 2️⃣✌️One of my greatest joys is being a YiaYia to Raelynn Rose Elaine #namesake #raeofsunshine #adventureswithRae #saturdaymorning #macarons #discomacarons #familyfirst #yiayia
There's a shifting taking place, a shaking beyond There's a shifting taking place, a shaking beyond our control, a disruption that will transform our hearts to the very core. if only, we will say yes to His wild ways.
God is on the move. His love overwhelms, overshadows, overruns…when we say, “Yes, Lord let it be done in me,” we will be undone by His wild love for us. Let the shifting and the sifting begin! #amyelaineministries #mindsetshift #beginagain #saturdaymorning #thegracefrontierpodcast ***listen into this week episode where I share a little bit about my explanting story and how God wants to transform our hearts through a similar process. #thehealisreal
Dreaming again with God takes courage. Where we ha Dreaming again with God takes courage. Where we have been disappointed, often we dare not dream again. Yet, dreaming with God is different because we never have to doubt He has our best in mind. 

So, perhaps we aren’t dreaming big enough. Or maybe, we raced ahead because His timing is perfection. Yes, it’s hard to wait, but always worth it. 

The wilderness may feel a lot like a wasteland, but there’s wonder there when you look closer and dig deeper. 

This sacred space is where God forges new dreams, better outcomes, more abundant life!

Go there with Him; say yes to the greater things—the wild, beyond your imagination things He has in store for you. #dreamagain #godsizeddreams #greaterthings #morethanyouknow #faithjourney #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast PS:I’m feeling sick 🤢 today and yesterday too…little late posting today. Hope you have a great weekend y’all! ✨✨✨
When you’re walking through the dusty, gritty wi When you’re walking through the dusty, gritty wilderness, it’s easy to feel forgotten. 

But, friend, God loves you wildly and while the wilderness may break you (in the best possible way) I promise you, He won't leave you for dead. 

God’s resurrection power brings dead things back to life. His very breath is life-giving; He breathes life into dry bones. 

Ezekiel reminds us that revival is just a breath away. 

When the Spirit blows through, the impossible happens. Miracles breakout and the breakthrough you’ve been longing for begins rattling from within.

Can you just imagine the excitement Ezekiel felt as he heard the rattling of dry bones coming back to life? 
Let’s not lose the wonder of watching God on the move in our midst! 🦴🦴

“Then he said to me, “Speak a prophetic message to the winds, son of man. Speak a prophetic message and say, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Come, O breath, from the four winds! Breathe into these dead bodies so they may live again.’””
‭‭Ezekiel‬ ‭37‬:‭9‬ ‭NLT‬‬

What are you waiting for? It’s time to shake off the dust! 

Is there something (maybe even your heart) that needs a fresh wind upon it? 

Ask Him to breathe new life into your dusty dreams, hardened heart, or dried up soul. He’s just waiting for your yes! And, then watch for it? Listen close! Come alive, darling! 

#drybones #comealive #backtolife #speaklife 
#newlife #freshwind #holyspirit 
#newbeginnings #revival #justbreathe #darlingdaily #amyelaineministries #faithjourney #thegracefrontierpodcast #wildernessculture #rattle #shakeoffthedust #breakthrough
One might say, “What’s holding you back?” One might say, “What’s holding you back?” 

Another, “Who’s holding you?”

Depending on how you look at things…changes everything and everything changes. 

Perception can make you a liar or a thief—doubting His goodness or robbing yourself of His riches set aside for your inheritances. 
1 John 4:18-19 in the NIV says, 
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love…

We love because he first loved us.” 

Do not fear the wilderness. The enemy would have you believe it is a wasteland, but God never wastes a thing.

Just Say Yes! 

Prayer: Yes, Lord. I will not fear the wilderness because I know that whatever comes my way has been sifted through Your loving hands. When circumstances arise that cause me to fear, I’ll remember Your perfect love. Make me fearless in the face of my enemies, brave before foes, and give me the supernatural courage to walk through what May look like a wasteland, believing your best is on the other side. Amen

TODAY’s episode of The Grace Frontier STORYTELLERS: Finding Your Self-confidence in God is now available. In this episode, I’m sharing a little about my journey to finding better overall wellbeing, body-image,  and self-confidence. Tune in 🎧 #dreamagain #beginagain #wilderness #wisdomwednesday #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast #fearless #faithjourney #propelwomen #womenoffaith #intentionalliving #selfconfidence #godfidence #betterbodyimage #lovingthebodyyourin #thehealisreal
Tomorrow doesn’t always come…3 years… Johnat Tomorrow doesn’t always come…3 years… Johnathan David Brainard 5/27/95-5/17/20 RIP Absolutely, can’t believe it’s been 3 years. The flowers on your casket are still the most gorgeous ones I’ve ever seen. And this song your mama chose, still rings in my ears. We’d sure rather have you here. We miss you. #gonetoosoon #suicideprevention #ourlossheavensgain #missingyou
This barren land we're walking through, the valley This barren land we're walking through,
the valleys of hopes dashed and dreams lost, 
this is holy ground—
this is where we see the face of God, know Him more intimately, love Him
wholeheartedly.

The barren places where all seems lost and nothing grows seems like a wasteland. Yet, is it possible God treads here amidst the doubt and pain? I dare say, yes—because this is where He met me. In the sorrow of not yet, He planted something beautiful. 

Oh, that I might have eyes to see Him. To get up close and personal with the nos, not yets, and never to bes…just to look a little closer and glimpse the face of He—the One who knows my future and my past and walks this path with me. 

To know Him is to love Him. 

To trust Him wholeheartedly is to let your heart believe—better things are blooming though our eyes cannot yet see. 

When we draw near in the difficult days of the unknown, unearthed, undiscovered, and unseen—this is the holy ground where intimacy is born and bred and becomes our very breath. Breathe Him in. 

His presence is life giving, bringing dead things back to life. If you’ve buried something in the sands of regret or disappointment, maybe it’s time to dig up your dreams and let God breathe new life on them…place them in your hands, bring them to the throne, ask Him for a fresh wind, let Holy Spirit blow through and begin sifting through it all, the good, the bad and the ugly—until you get to the God stuff. That’s the stuff worth keeping. 

This is holy ground. 

#couragedearheart #darlingdaily #sacredspaces #holyground #faithjourney #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast #theinbetween #freshwind #newbeginnings #beginagain #dreamagain #godsizeddreams
Don’t give up sweet girl. The counterfeit ways o Don’t give up sweet girl. The counterfeit ways of the enemy will stop at nothing to keep you from the Truth of what God’s Word says about you. Episode 11 Combating the Counterfeit shares the rewards of standing your ground and staring down your foe. You’ll be encouraged to know how little power he has against you. Tune into The Grace Frontier Podcast to hear more about facing your fears and your foes. #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast #faceyourfears #combatready #faithjourney #victoriousliving #fearlessmotivation #fearless #faithful #neversettle #faceeverythingandrise
Unexpected places: I’ve learned to see God’s h Unexpected places: I’ve learned to see God’s hand in the places I least expect it. Far be it to me to judge that which is divine and worthy of His grace.

My human eyes lack vision. 
My hardened heart lacks mercy. 
My preconceived notions leave my mind lacking compassion. 
My weary soul lacks empathy and patience.

We are all flawed. Thankfully, it isn’t up to us, but God. It is He who enables us to extend the grace needed to forgive ourselves and others and step out into the Unknown where grace paves the way for you and me. 

This is the way forward…

As we step out into the Unknown with God, our confidence grows because we begin to trust His hand of provision.
We learn to hear His voice
even in the silence.
We see His hand in the unexpected places. 

It’s Monday; what Monday Mountain 🏔️ are you facing today? 

Lord, give me eyes to see and ears to hear You in the unexpected places I encounter today. May I find myself in You, in the Unknown, the in-between, the sacred space where courage and grace collide. Give me the confidence to show up, speak out, and lean in. You are my Mountain-Mover 🏔️ Amen ⛰️ 
#mondaymotivation #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast #theinbetween #sacredspaces #couragedearheart #darlingdaily #unexpected #mountainmover
Circa 1971. I grew up in the halls of Village Bapt Circa 1971. I grew up in the halls of Village Baptist Church in OKC. Grateful for my Mom who took us every single time the doors were open. She’s the reason I love studying the Bible. She’s the reason I love so many things. Cherishing this Mother’s Day like it will be her last on this side of Heaven…thanking God for a mama who loved sweet tea, big hair, and Jesus…does it get any better? #mothersday #amyelaineministries #sweetteaandjesus
To new beginnings. "Do not despise these small beg To new beginnings. "Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin..." Zechariah 4:10 NLT #saturdaymorning #amyelaineministries #thegracefrontierpodcast #newbeginnings #hellofresh
“You can do it!” -coffee Happy Friday, friends “You can do it!” -coffee Happy Friday, friends. 🌸 that’s all the inspiration I got for you today 😂 ☕️ When in doubt, let your coffee encourage your heart to stay in the game and keep pressing on because it’s gonna be worth it! Everything amazing takes some effort in our part. When we partner with God, we know  it’s gonna be good! So, don’t give up—for Kingdom’s sake, get back up again! Yes, sweet girl, because, coffee says, “You can do it!” 🌸💕🌸Snuck out of the office yesterday for some much needed time away with my man…just a few moments, but oh so fulfilling. #fridaymotivation #coffeelovers #inspirationalquotes #amyelaineministries Check out the newest episode of #thegracefrontierpodcast where we’re talking about EP 11 Combating the Counterfeit: Destiny Defenders (continued) #fearisaliar #faithjourney
When Jesus beckons us away to the Wilderness, good When Jesus beckons us away to the Wilderness, good things will emerge when He finally calls us out! The wilderness is where our WILD hearts are tamed with a passion for more of Christ-refining takes place here. In the gritty sand-between-our-toes-and-in-our-mouths moments of journeying with Him through the hard things, something holy happens. Do not fear the wilderness. God is right there with you, walking before, behind, and beside you all the way. The enemy would have you believe the wilderness is a wasteland, but God never wastes a thing! Just say yes! Let the revival ( fire burn all that's not of Him out of your heart and soul and mind, leaving you purified -mind, soul, and spirit.
Here's one of my favorite quotes from my book where I wrote about the refining fire-where
God takes our broken places and makes beauty from ashes. &- "We may come away with a little ash on our faces, but oh so beautiful for the work God's done in our heart."
-Amy Elaine Martinez, Becoming a Victory Girl. #amavictorygirl #faithjourney #victoriousliving #wilderness #womenintheword #sayyes #intimacywithgod #refinersfire #comeawaywithme #beautyfromashes #faithtalk #darlingdaily #joyinthejourney #amyelaineministries
Never get tired of these Oklahoma sunsets. Our mot Never get tired of these Oklahoma sunsets. Our motto when we moved from our beloved mountains 🏔️ of Colorado to play on the plains of Oklahoma: “It’s beautiful, just different.” #sunsets #different #beautiful #themountainsarecalling #route66 #plains #peacefulevening #amyelaineministries
Fear ain’t got nothing on you, sweet girl! Defin Fear ain’t got nothing on you, sweet girl! Defining fear is one of the best ways to regain your strength in the face of your foe. How do you define fear? Listen into EP 10 on The Grace Frontier Podcast with Amy Elaine Martinez. New episodes drop every Wednesday morning EP #11 covers Combating the Counterfeit: Destiny Defenders (cont.) catch it now🎧 #fearless #faceeverythingandrise #jesusgirl #thegracefrontierpodcast #amyelaineministries
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