The Quickest Way to Joy
Having a bad day? Author of Bless These Lips, Sharla Fritz has had them, too. She shares the quickest way to reclaim your joy:
There are day when joy is not an easy emotion to find:
The doctor gives ominous news.
The money in the bank account isn’t quite enough to pay the bills.
The brakes on the car are making a funny noise, the dog gets sick on the carpet, and the dishwasher spews sudsy water all over the wood floor.
How do you find joy then?
Lately God has been speaking to my heart about joy. He’s been teaching me about the one reliable place to find joy. The one way to discover joy every day. He’s been whispering:
Come to me. Joy is always available in my presence.
When you take your eyes off the broken car and busted dishwasher, and instead look at me you will find joy.
When you stop comparing your life with someone else’s, you will find joy.
When you stop thinking happiness is contingent on success, you will find joy.
When you turn you heart toward Me, you will find joy.
You will fill me with joy in your presence… Psalm 16:11
I'm a Christian psychologist turned homeschooling mother of six, author, and speaker. I love seeking inspiration for my day and sharing it with you. God bless you today, friend! - Dr. Melanie Wilson
I am so glad I can know joy. Not just happiness. Joy. happiness is fleeting while joy is a more permanent thing based on the presence of Jesus in my life.
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I’m with you, Bill! Why chase happiness when you can have joy.
Wonderful words of wisdom. Love the words God has been whispering to you, Sharla. Thanks for sharing them, Melanie.
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Thanks for being such an encourager of the writers I quote here, Barb.
I think it’s really great how you quote other bloggers regularly on this blog, Melanie. It’s encouraging for them and nice for us to get a sampling of bloggerly wisdom!
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Thanks for sharing my little thoughts on joy, Melanie! You brought a little joy into my day.
Sharla, you’re so welcome. Keep up the great writing!