Choosing Joy Challenge

Hello Everyone,

This morning as I sat down and settled in for my quiet time with the Lord, I began reading in 1 Thessalonians.

Here is the verse that jumped off the pages of my Bible.

“Always be joyful.”

1 Thessalonians 5:22

Such a simple verse, wouldn’t you say?

In those precious moments, I started to wrap my thinking about this joy thing. I don’t know about you but JOY doesn’t always come naturally to me. I may set out for a joyful day then BAM!! All the pressures of the day make my joy meter run out of steam.

Can I get a Amen for grace and mercy.

It just so happens we are heading into the Thanksgiving/Christmas season, where our lives can get a bit busy. We may even become a bit guilty of pushing the real reason of the season aside.  In years past friends or family have talked about losing their joy for various reasons.

This is where the choosing joy challenge comes into play.

The challenge is for the next 21 days, starting on Monday November 21st, I will be more intentional about always being joyful and sharing that joy with those I come in contact. I will be sharing a piece of my heart here :)

The choosing joy challenge is about taking this verse to heart. It is about being joyful in all circumstances. It consists of finding joy in each of our moments/days. Joy is something that should also be shared with others.

Are you willing to join me for this choosing joy challenge? Just share one or two things on your heart about joy.  Let’s head into this Christmas season with a true spirit of Joy.

Thank you for taking the time to stop by. I cannot wait to hear what you are joyful for :)

Rachel