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Joy
Have you ever been asked, "Who stole your joy?" Well, lately I've been asking myself this very question. I don't know exactly what has been going on with me but I sure have been feeling in the joyless zone. Could it be too much housework needing done, too many kids to love and teach, too little money after my husband's recent pay cut, medical worries as I await some medical tests on myself? Or perhaps my age is catching up with my busy lifestyle! But as I ponder where that joy went and who took it away, I know the answer is that I must have laid it aside. As I climbed up on the great BIG pitty pot my joy must have been left way down there on the floor! The funny part is that I have been filling and filling myself up with God's word and even with fellowship. Maybe as I study more and more I long for things to be simplier and can I say-sweeter. I do know my joy only comes from the Lord , I also know it is the source of my strength - that is why I feel so very PUNY! I know other's have been where I am and may even be with me now. Chime in with me and help!
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Permalink Reply by Jim & Sally Cribbs on -
Oh, and one of my most favorite songs is "JOY" by the Newsboys. Here is a link so you can listen to it too.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tFwzLEeeyyc
And do a concordance search for JOY in the Bible. I'm guessing you'll find some! :-) Sally
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Permalink Reply by Maryann Brodeur on -
Always Be Joyful
Always be joyful in the Lord! I'll say it again: Be joyful! Let everyone know how considerate you are. The Lord is near. Never worry about anything. But in every situation let God know what you need in prayers and requests while giving thanks. Then God's peace, which goes beyond anything we can imagine, will guard your thoughts and emotions through Christ Jesus.
PHILIPPIANS 4:4-7 (God's Word Translation)
My husband gave me this bible recently called God's Word. I read this scripture and it reminded of this discussion. I think we need to constantly remind ourselves to not worry, pray, and give thanks.
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Permalink Reply by Tricia Gann on -
Hi, I've attached a file. A friend of mine recently made this computer art when I gave him the scripture! I really like it! He is going to be making a book of his art, I'm glad to be a part of it:)
I have been so trying to find joy in the little things. There are so many special moments in my day. One of my sweet young daughter's bringing me a flower or even seeing my older girls growing into womanhood. I am blessed with the joy of the laughter of my two little grandsons.
Be joyful!
Happy Reformation Day!
Blessings, Tricia :) - Attachments:
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Resore to me the joy.jpg, 4 KB
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Permalink Reply by Tricia Gann on
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Well the link is so small I don't know if you can see it! If you are a Facebook member here is a way to see it and Bill Osborn's other art and photograpy! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bill-Osborne/145616814660?ref=nf
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Permalink Reply by Maryann Brodeur on
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The scripture on the picture is Psalm 51:12. I couldn't read it until I clicked to make the picture bigger.
Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.
Psalm 51:12
Great picture and scripture, Thanks Tricia
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Permalink Reply by Tricia Gann on
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You are welcome have a blessed Sunday!
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Permalink Reply by Greg Mosey on -
That guy has some fantastic works. Glad I checked in today! :)
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Permalink Reply by Maryann Brodeur on
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Tricia, Remember what you said JOY stands for on facebook? Can you post it on here. That was great.
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Permalink Reply by Tricia Gann on
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The secret to having Joy in your life is all in the priorities of your life. First should be J - for Jesus, then O- for others then last Y- for you. JOY - Jesus, Others, You :)
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