Joy is the outcome of a life that is live in surrender God, His word, and His will.
It is a delight that comes from the goodness that God brings into our lives. As such, joy is a testimony to His faithfulness in our lives.
Living with joy is possible in every situation, we just need to adjust our perspective, and that takes time and practice. See the opportunities that you’re presented with to experience, grow in, and share joy.
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So much goodness
There’s so much goodness each day when we’re looking for it! I kept a joy journal in 2023 and 2024 to list out my gratitude. This was a wonderful practice…
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It’s all a gift
I talk about rejoicing a lot because my tendency is to complain; having known more pain than joy. There is a lot to lament in this broken world. Yet, there…
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Remember the Wonders + giveaway
Hello friends! It’s only fitting, as we’re talking about friendship in the Illustrated Faith community this month, that I’ve teamed up with Illustrated Faith to bring you this awesome and very…
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Perfect love
I’ve been sleeping poorly and woke up feeling irritable today. Yet, I have a family to love. So, I got up and made the breakfast my littlest requested. There are…
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An invitation to abundant peace
I’m diving into Illustrated Faith’s latest devotional and it is just what I needed this week! I’m saying “yes and thank you!” to the invitation to linger in His peace.…
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Be still and know God
The life of a Christian is one of getting to know who God is and then, from that context, who we are as revealed in His word. Knowledge of both…