Would you say you’re living with enthusiasm? What makes you enthusiastic? The word enthusiasm is made up of two little Greek words . . . en and theos. “En” is the Greek word for within or in, and “theos” is the Greek word for God. So “enthusiasm” literally means to be “full of or in God.” It shouldn’t…
Are you a glass half full or glass half empty kind of person? If you’re like me, it depends on the subject at hand. I love to laugh and I strive for optimism but the truth is, on my own staying positive can be challenging . . . especially when I watch the news. I’ve…
I knew I was holding back a little bit of my heart. I’d read verses of suffering servants in the New Testament. I’d taken Jesus words to heart: Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. John 16:33 Somehow I bought into the enemy’s lies that if I was a cautious Christian ….
Don’t you just love it when a friend calls or writes just to spread a little joy and gratitude over your life! Paul’s letter to the Philippians is often called the “Joy Letter.” It’s one of the reasons, Philippians is one of my favorite books in the Bible . . . joy is the theme…
Jesus went out of His way to show people that He loved them. And because as He said… The Father and I are one. John 10:30 Jesus made the point that He was showing them God’s love for them. A love that is proclaimed in the stories Jesus shared in Luke 15. The Lost Sheep…
“Joy is a state of mind and an orientation of the heart. It is a settled state of contentment, confidence and hope. Joy isn’t just a smile or a laugh. Joy is something that is deep within and doesn’t leave quickly. Joy is given by God and something that He wants us to have…” ~ Theopedia…
You and I messed up! Yesterday we took our failures and broken promises to God in Jesus name asking Him to forgive us yet again! And He did! He does! So today’s prayer is one of humble gratitude… God, Thank You for the Awesome Gift of Forgiveness Father, It wasn’t what I expected. It wasn’t what…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. A little less than two weeks until Christmas but in many households joy-filled wonderful is not filling the air. I’ve heard from a number of people who feel there is not enough time, money, or energy to see them through to the end of the year. They’re exhausted…
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!Philippians 4:4 You and I can choose where we focus our thoughts and attention but we can’t choose joy. Joy is a gift! A gift found in God’s presence. So, the more time you and I spend in the Lord’s presence the more joyful we’ll…
