Go On, Laugh

"One filled with joy preaches without preaching." Mother Teresa

Laughter really is the best medicine. Sometimes there are too many terrible things going on at once and all I can do is laugh at it all. It get me through those crazy times.

The Bible reminds us that laughter and joy com from God. When we begin to lose sight that God is the reason for our joy we become sad, depressed, on edge, etc. We start thinking that possessions, other circumstances, and other sources our the reason for our joy and laughter. We start to pull apart from our source. We need to remember that God is the source for joy!

Will Do

1. Remember that God is the source of joy
2. Trust that God Can renew joy, even in the midst of sorrow
3. Wait patiently for joy to be renewed
4. Be expectant
5. Be thankful for every moment
6. Be willing to plant seeds of joy in your own life and the lives of others

To Do

1. Meditate on Sarah's story of joy in Genesis
2. Buy someone a small gift that is unexpected
3. Buy some fresh flowers
4. Make a meal for someone
5. Send a postcard to 5 people
6. Take a long walk or do a vigorous workout - de-stress
7. Write about a time when God did something unexpected in your life that brought joy!

Bible Verse to Remember

1. 2 Corinthians 5:7
2. Psalm 118:24
3. Romans 15:11
4. John 15:11
5. Psalm 51:12
6. Psalm 126:5
7. Luke 1:46-47
8. Philippians 1:18
9. Genesis 21:6

"Christ is not only a remedy for your weariness and trouble, bet he will give you an abundance of the contrary, joy and delight."
            Jonathan Edwards