May 20th, 2023: Don't Lose Our Joy

Who steals our joy in life?

We might want to consider this question when we feel cranky. Take a break, take a deep breath, and ask: "Who is in control of our life?"

We might want to remind ourselves who walk with us and encourage us when we go through our deep valley of human suffering. Their faithfulness has no fanfare. Their presence is consistent regardless of our mood.

Joy is a gift from God, and no one has the power or right to take that away. Draw near to God when we are aware of our own troubles. We will discover something about God and ourselves that we have never known before.

Hope the antidote for discontentment. It is not about what we can do and achieve. It is about accepting who we are and allowing ourselves to offer our gifts back to God as an act of worship. Incredible things happen when we do that.

Joy is simple and unassuming. It has an immense impact on us and others. Believe that God continues to make a difference in the world through us.

"A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."- Proverb 17: 22