Why Would God Make a Laughing Bird?

     Why would God design and create a bird that laughs? Maybe it's to remind us that the fruit of the Spirit is joy, a joyful heart is good medicine, and the joy of the Lord is our strength. Although we need to take God and His Word very seriously and we don't need to be silly people who laugh too much, it's true that being joyful is very healthy! 

    Even when we go through hard times, we can be joyful because God is still in control. He is always good and kind. He always hears our prayers, and He is always faithful to His promises.

    We can stay joyful by counting our blessings every day, staying close to God, trusting His promises, and being thankful.

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