Joy is an emotional energy that elevates positive emotions in others. “In Your presence is fullness of joy.” Psalm 16:11 NKJV. People enjoy being around others whose joy is contagious, people who are invigorating. An invigorating person is optimistic, expecting good things. They enjoy the company of others and reciprocate […]
“When they walk through the valley of weeping – they will continue to grow.” Psalm 84:6-7 NLT. Pain aversion is rarely a formula for successful growth. My thoughts and comments today are about “growing pains.” Life will not be happy all the time; wishing it would be is wasted effort. […]
“Always [be] full of the joy of the Lord, and always thankful.” Colossians 1:11-12 Living Bible “Attitude is everything – changing anything and anyone – and it’s always your choice!” My thoughts today are about “joy and thankfulness.” Life is not perfect, and every moment is not filled only with […]
“God, the source of hope, will fill you with all joy and peace.” Romans 15:13 TEV “What often masquerades as hope can be a cruel impostor.” My thoughts today are about a “heart of hope.” Life without hope is, well, hopeless! “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when dreams […]
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 “Serve . . with gladness.” Psalm 100:2 NKJV “When you serve grudgingly and unhappily, every task is harder.” My thoughts today are about “the second mile.” Have you ever watched a person doing a chore that all too clearly they did not want to do? Have […]