Posted in joy on Jul 17th, 2014
We all encounter times when we’re not feeling joyful.
Or at least it seems that way.
But is joy really something that we “feel?”
Happiness is something that we feel. It is emotion-based.
But joy is not based on emotions.
It is based on reason.
It is based on evidence.
It is based on the future, […]
Read Full Post »
Posted in joy on Jun 27th, 2014
A smile is one of the best evangelistic tools a Christian has.
Ironically, a believer’s refusal to smile is one of the Enemy’s best tools.
There is life or death in our smiles.
I’m not being overly dramatic.
I’m speaking biblically.
Hear King Solomon on the matter:
[…]
Read Full Post »
Posted in joy on May 23rd, 2014
There is amazing power in your smile.
If you have a warm, smiling expression when you meet people, many of them will feel better in those moments.
Don’t we all like encountering someone who has a cheerful disposition?
Certainly much more than when we encounter sourpusses.
It was true in Bible days, as well.
Here is King Solomon’s thought on […]
Read Full Post »
Posted in joy on May 6th, 2014
It’s a 3,200-year-old picture that is just as compelling now as when it occurred.
A picture of a grandmother holding her grandchild close to her chest in a moment of overwhelming joy.
The sentiments in the heart of the grandmother cannot be adequately described by words.
She is SO happy.
SO grateful.
SO content.
SO comforted.
Her heart is being filled […]
Read Full Post »
Posted in joy on Nov 6th, 2013
When God promises something, you can take it to the bank.
And, boy, am I glad He promises that joy can be mine if I’ll do two things.
“There is joy for those who deal justly with others and always do what is right.” (Psalm 106:3)
Deal justly by making choices that don’t seek to […]
Read Full Post »