After all, what gives us hope and joy, and what will be our proud reward and crown as we stand before our Lord Jesus when he returns? It is you! Yes, you are our pride and joy. 1 Thessalonians 2:19-20 (NLT)
Finding happiness with God is possible! As a new creation in Christ, we can overcome our old ways which distract us from a joyful, happy life.
We’ve all heard that money can’t buy happiness, right? Isn’t that a cliché we’ve all heard, or was I just raised in a weird family? Even if we’ve all heard it, not everyone believes it. Sixty perce…
That’s a promise of joy and something different. I believe the brighter side of grief brings us into a more joyful place.
Frank Walker
“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.” Henri J.M. Nouwen The world thrives on negativity. Swim against this negative tide. Seek moments of joy. Re…
By Elizabeth Prata I am so encouraged by women who ask how to regain the joy of their earlier walk. And those who who care that they feel they are not walking as closely with the Lord as they might…
“At first, I thought he was awful, but he turned out to be a nice guy.” Think you know what that statement means? Consider the original meaning of these words: Awful. Something full of awe and insp…
Eliezer Gonzalez
The Jews had set many religious rules about how to live. Some of them required them to fast – to not eat for long periods of time. But Jesus and his disciples didn’t seem to follow these rules. The religious leaders thought that Jesus’ followers should fast and be miserable together with them, so they came and asked him about it. The people were shocked that Jesus and his disciples were clearly having a good time eating and drinking. The religious leaders taught that if you were properly religious, you shouldn’t enjoy life at all. Instead, you had to go around fasting and being solemn and serious all the time. But Jesus uses the example of new wine, which was basically unfermented grape juice. He says, you don’t put fresh grape juice into an old wineskin, in which the previous wine had fermented, because obviously, the wineskin would burst.
Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. -Romans 12:15, KJV Laugh with those who laugh! I am grateful for the pets in my life. We have a full house of birds and lizards at the present. They bring such joy and laughter to our hearts! Years ago while I was … Continue reading "Laugh with those who laugh"
When scientific studies confirm the observations of the wise and are in harmony with Scripture, they’re worth noting.
Do whatever makes you happy! Seek to be happy above all else! We are consumed with happiness in our culture. Life is all about being happy. People are living for happiness. But, is happiness to be the greatest goal of our lives? Is the pursuit of happiness the thing that should consume our lives? We are considering that topic today. Why not drop by for a visit?
Languishing is that blah, unmotivated, feeling when we're just going through the motions. Learn how to move from languishing to flourishing.
Romans 14:17 declares that “the kingdom of God is…righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.” Today we have the reality of the kingdom within us. In the coming age and et…
Dating begins with vulnerability. Catastrophizing your relationship too early is removing you from the possibility because...
No matter the source of your grief, finding joy in a hedge of trials, seems much like finding a needle in a haystack.
Are these myths about how to be happy keeping you stuck in frustration and discontent? Learn how to shift your mindset and become happier.
Via Valenzuela
Being content is a valuable state of mind, particularly for Christians. It is about finding contentment and serenity in the gifts that God has given us. Let us talk about how to find joy in God's blessings and why it is important for our spiritual health.Seeking contentment in God's blessingsFinding...
By Elizabeth Prata In Psalm 51, David famously wrote- Create in me a clean heart, O God,And renew a steadfast spirit within me.Do not cast me away from Your presenceAnd do not take Your Holy Spirit…
Via Valenzuela
Life is a wild ride, right? But here's the scoop – did you know you can find joy even when things get crazy? Yep, and we are diving into Philippians 4:4-7 to uncover the wisdom it holds about this beautiful journey.Exploring Philippians 4:4-7Grab your Bible and let us dig into...
"Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit." - Psalm 51:12In the quiet moments of reflection, it's not uncommon to yearn for a sense of renewal, particularly in our spiritual lives. This longing, this deep-seated desire for rejuvenation, is beautifully encapsulated in Psalm...