JOY ~ A simple word, refreshing as a breath of air!
If one is joyful, it means that one is faithfully living for God, and that nothing else counts; and if one gives joy to others, one is doing God's work. With joy without and joy within, all is well.
Janet Erskine Stuart
Happiness is usually the result of circumstance. Joy, however, bubbles up unbidden, often persisting in spite of circumstance. It is an excitement that simmers below the surface, an assurance that God is working behind the scenes, a contentment that deepens as you discover your place in the world. The more at home you feel with God, the more joy will make a home in your heart, a welcome reminder that God is near.
Joy is not the fruit of favorable circumstances. Rather it's the outpouring of a contented heart.
Wendy Widder
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....rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer;
Romans 12:12
I like this one. I liked the line that said," The more at home you feel with God, the more joy will make a home in your heart." Good reminder.
ReplyDeleteA friend and I were just talking about joy recently...so true....being happy and being full of joy are such different things! Hope you have a great day, Ms. Mary !
ReplyDeleteMiss Mary, sometimes we must CHOOSE Joy! Being joyful isn't always easy. But when we have true JOY in the Lord it shows! Thanks for the post. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
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