The JOY of Advent
Maybe you've heard this before, but it's worth repeating. The difference between happiness and joy is, happiness is based on happenings. Joy, on the other hand, is a resilient cheerfulness anchored in the goodness of God. [...]
Rose-Colored Glasses
For me, turning on Christmas music before Thanksgiving isn't about the season as much as what it produces. My husband teasingly rolls his eyes, but I literally smile from ear to ear listening to the melodies [...]
What Does It Mean to Have Joy?
"For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit" (Romans 14:17). If you've followed me for very long, you know that I love the word righteousness [...]
I Know Why I’m Excited
Has someone ever said to you, "I know what you're thinking..." Husbands and wives do this all the time. And to some extent, they're telling the truth. They've lived together so long, they have a pretty [...]
Your Instant Vacation
I hope the title of this blog got your attention... Who doesn't love vacations? Who wouldn't want to take advantage of an instant vacation? If this was a real thing, I'd be saying, "Sign me up!" [...]
Want Results? Stay Stuck Like Glue
When we think about something being "permanently fixed," we're referring to anything that is fastened, attached, or placed so firm, it's not readily movable. This could be anything from a palm tree to a cement bunker. [...]
