This morning, I opened our book to study Joy with a broken heart. A precious relationship I treasure is growing distant. It appears the physical distance between us has grown too far for my friend to navigate anymore and I’m so sad. This isn’t a huge grief—and grief from the death of a loved one, or deep suffering from a dreaded disease of injustice. But, it is a loss—one you may know all about.
How do we live with Radiant Joy when life’s sorrows and struggles show up like thieves in the night to steal our joy? Mimi and Shelly share amazing and important truths with us in this important chapter. As you read, pay attention to your heart. Do you believe what they write? Is joy a reality in your life?
On page 103, they write, “Our daily circumstances cannot be the basis for our joy. The foundation for joy is the belief that God is who He says He is and that He will do what He promises. We have been gripped by the quote, ‘The opposite of joy is not sorrow, it is unbelief.’” What we believe really is important to experiencing joy in our lives.
We would love to read your reflections on this important chapter. Also—it would be great if you could share lessons you’ve learned about living with joy—with a joyful heart.
I hope you will comment this week!
2 comments:
This past week, I posted the prayer "Lord, show me your joyful goodness in this day and help me to number your new mercies each day!" on my bedroom door. So, I see it each morning and all through the day as I go in and out of my room. I have delighted in seeing many things each day to thank the Lord for.
I know I am not consistent in commenting, but I am enjoying studying this book! I'm looking forward to reading this week's chapter.
Hi, Lynn! I'm glad you are enjoying the study--me, too! I love that prayer and that you have delighted in seeing many things to give thanks for! Yea, God!
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