Spread Joy

Joy

Jesus Others You 

We may not always be happy  in the Christian life but we can have joy. We can spread joy to others. Be thankful for the people who help spread joy. 

A few verses about Joy

“…for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10  I love this verse. Take time each day to spend time with the Lord. He can fill your life with joy. 

“I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels.” Isaiah 61:10

“A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!” Proverbs 15:23

“That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed.” Romans 15:32

“These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.” John 15:11

Hymn- Joy Unspeakable 

1 I have found His grace is all complete;
He supplieth every need.
While I sit and learn at Jesus’ feet,
I am free, yes, free indeed

Refrain:
It is joy unspeakable and full of glory,
Full of glory, full of glory.
It is joy unspeakable and full of glory;
O the half has never yet been told!

Spend time in God’s Word and stay close to him. 

Share joy with others daily. 

I am thankful for the people I live who bring joy in my life on a daily basis. After my mom passed away in July of 2020, I prayed that God would bring people into my life to help on a daily basis. My wonderful mother in law was already in my life but she has been a help. My dad and I usually try to text each other each day. I have a good friend that sends morning texts. Then my “adopted” mom and sister are so good to “listen” to me on a daily basis. They have been very helpful to bring a smile 😊  I am thankful for many others in my life who share joy in my life weekly. 

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Struggles/Anxiety

Some people say Christians should not have anxiety. Well I have been learning that it is ok . Although as Christians, I believe we do have help when we have/face anxiety.  Sometimes (as in my case) anxiety is brought on by sickness.  I have asthma/anxiety. Sometimes I really don’t have to be anxious about anything to have anxiety. 

Here are a few ways that helps me. (I still struggle some) 

1)Read God’s Word/Pray

2)Lean on the Lord for strength

3)Fins some good friends who will help pray for you. Ask God to give you friends who will pray

4)Listen to good music

5)Trust God to see you through. 

6)Rest if you need to but never ever quit. (I sometimes have to schedule some rest times but I have learned after the rest times to keep going) 

Your anxiety might not necessarily go away but you can rest assured you have the Lord to help you! 

Here are some verses that I love and they help me. 

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.“ 1 Peter 5:7

“From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” Psalm 61:2

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” John 14:27

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Encourage Others!

Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.“

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Encouragement is the action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope.

Encouragement is a ministry. It does not take too much time. It is not hard. 

Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.” Proverbs 12:25

“ A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!” Proverbs 15:23

We may be going through something. Then someone gives an encouraging word, how good is that! Lately I have hard a hard time with my asthma/anxiety. I can’t let it control me. One of the things I look forward to each day is getting to send encouraging texts. Then I also enjoy looking for material to encourage others with. I decided that even if I feel bad, I can encourage someone else.  I can give good words to others. 

How can we encourage others?

1)Pray for them

2)Send an encouraging text

3)Write a note

Those are the 3 biggest ways that don’t cost money and too much time.  

So in this upcoming week, find someone you can encourage. Even if you feel bad, find a way to encourage, it will help you as well. 

Make me a blessing to someone today!! 

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Blessings from the Lord

This afternoon , I got to enjoy a few extra hours off work. I was able to spend time with my “adopted” mom. Then I was able to enjoy God’s creation. Then this evening I got to enjoy some extra time with my husband Tim.  So this evening I am reflecting on God’s goodness. It has been a long week but God knew I needed a little bit of extra time of rest and relaxation. God knew I needed some good talks. God knew I needed to enjoy some sunshine. I am thankful God knows our needs. He chooses to bless us even if we did not order the blessings. 😀 

I have been singing this song off and on this week. 

I have somebody with me to share my heavy load.
I feel His presence near me every day;
Tho’ trouble overtakes me along life’s weary road

I have somebody with me all the way.​

Our excellent Creator!

O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens.

When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;

4 What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?” 

Psalm 8:1, 3-4

Think about it… We get to talk to the Creator each and day. He loves to hear from us. Do you spend time talking to God. He is so great. He created this world but better yet, He created us. He loves us. He cares for us. He is a personal God! He makes time for each of Children. Take some time to spend with your Creator today. Praise him for all he has done! 😀

“O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!“ Psalm 8:9​

What can we do when we face struggles

“The struggle is real but so is God!” So many of us face struggles.  It may be financial. It may be health.  As humans we tend to worry over our struggles. Well at least I do.  Recently the song All your anxiety has become a favorite. I will go around the house singing.  What can we do in struggles?  

Keep looking  to Jesus

Lean on Jesus and his strength 

Cast your cares on God

Pray Pray Pray 

Find a verse that will help you and then share it with others. 

Keep trusting God. He will see you through. ​

God will get you through

I always look forward to the beginning of a new month. Sometimes we think (especially January for me) “This is a long month”  When a new month starts, I am always reminded that God got me through the month before. He got me through each day in the month. The first day of each month is kind of like a new beginning.  So just remember this month, God will get you through each day. He will give you the strength you need. He will be with you. ​Take time to read your Bible and pray each day this month.