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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, […]

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Morning Devotion: When you’re smiling…

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:
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Morning Devotion: The magic of your smile

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 […]

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Morning Devotion: Indescribable joy

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 […]

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Morning Devotion: Two steps to joy

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 […]

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