Clothed with Garments of Joy

Clothed in Garments of Joy by Christin Baker "You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy...I will give thanks to you forever." Psalm 30:11,12b Fall weather has settled in, bringing cool, crisp air and the smell of crinkled amber leaves. Bathing suits and beach towels have been replaced … Continue reading Clothed with Garments of Joy

How do I find thankfulness and joy when I’m running on empty?

How do I find thankfulness and joy when I'm running on empty? by Julie Loos "I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete." John 15:11 [NIV] Thanksgiving was here. And honestly, thankfulness was the furthest thing from my mind. I had family around … Continue reading How do I find thankfulness and joy when I’m running on empty?

Are your circumstances stealing your joy?

The Power of a Joyful Heart Do you find it hard to remain joyful with everything that's going on around you? One of my fondest childhood memories is of my mother walking around the house saying,  “You’re not going to steal my Joy!” Whenever something would threaten our families circumstances my mother would declare that … Continue reading Are your circumstances stealing your joy?