Is happy the same as joyful? Earlier last year I desired to find out. My premise and belief is that no, they are separate things. This was confirmed later last year and almost everyday since. Sudden surprises, unnecessary messes and hurtful actions flew through the air. In the midst, I wondered where happy went. Was …
It feels selfish and worldly to find joy in or for ourselves. Yet, we long to be joyful. When properly placed after Jesus and others, finding joy for and within us is a privilege. We honor God, others and ourselves as we follow His plan for us. We find joy not only in Jesus and …
Listen, Learn & Let Go. Sounds like a great book title, doesn’t it? Maybe this is the beginning of that book I’ll write, but for now, it’s our summer theme. I’m trying to listen to God while following His footprints. I’m learning along the way, but know letting go is part of following, too. It …
Let’s clear up any confusion right now: this is NOT about physically running with joy. To anyone who physically runs with joy, I applaud you. That is not me. I only run for a purpose (rehab after surgery, play a sport, escape mortal danger) and it’s not joyfully! Instead, let’s discuss how to run the …
A portion of this was recently published on my MemoryMinders blog. Please continue reading however for additional insight at the end. 🙂 The road wasn’t even visible on my car’s GPS map. Yet my phone’s map was directing me down this road to lead me home. Traveling this road after presenting and attending the WI …