The absolute Greatest Gift

My friend sent me a book a few weeks ago. If you don't have a copy of "The Greatest Gift" by Ann Voskamp, you need to get one. Today. You may remember Ann because she wrote another book that literally changed my life. Her other book is called, "One Thousand Gifts." In her previous book she inspired me to be intentional about looking for God and listing the ways He shows me His Glory in the everyday things. It made me stop and think about the many gifts God has given me, and encouraged me to make it a habit to be grateful by listing 1000 things I might normally take for granted. I finished my list and I think I'll start another one in 2016.

As I type this post, I'm feeling like you might think I am doing her a favor by promoting her book. I was not asked to review it; I'm just speaking from my own experience. Her latest book has been on my end table this Advent Season. I have looked forward to waking up, making myself a cup of coffee and reading the daily devotions. I cannot think of a better way to start my day. The sweet way Ann writes is unlike any other author; she has made me stop and feel this Christmas season like I've never felt it. 

Between this book my friend Annette gave me and going to the women's retreat at Kensington I have felt the Peace of God like never before. So many years in the past I have made this season into a stressful month. This year has been different. I've felt God's Presence more than ever. I've enjoyed each and every gathering. 

I hope this post finds you hungry for God's Presence in your life. It is a gift that is waiting for you and God is such a gentleman. I pray you stop what you are doing and breathe... and notice all of the gifts He has given you and whisper a quiet, Thank you...

If I don't have time to come back here before Christmas (because I hope to be 'fully present" with my loved ones), I pray you rest in His Promises and His Presence and enjoy the people God hand-picked to be in your life. And remember, God loves you unconditionally and He always will. 

Merry CHRISTmas!

All my love,

Angie