09/19/2014
"They say a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.”
― Tom Bodett
Joy is everywhere and unconditionally around us. There is joy when we eat a good meal, see a good movie or when we receive a gift but know that that joy is only temporary. The joy that can last forever is not found in worldly joy but in spiritual joy. What i mean is there are 4 types of joy that one can always have if we get rid of any bitterness, anger, and negativity in our lives.
1) is the joy of ACCEPTANCE! When you are an outsider looking in and then you are accepted into the group or plan, joy fills us up! if you continue to accept others in the same manner, that joy will always be with you.
2) the joy of NEW HOPE! When you greet someone you love dearly in the morning and you share that joy because the night has gone and it's a NEW DAY, a NEW HOPE or BEGINNING!
3) the joy of a HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP! How many healthy relationships do you have? Relationships that you can honestly say, "my relationship with _____ builds me up and helps heal me!" When that person walks through the door, you should immediately be filled with joy!
4) the joy of FAVOR! When people express or tell you just how valuable you are because of the impact you have on their lives. Are you sharing your value with others or keeping it to yourself? Being valued will create joy that will last for an eternity! If you don't feel valued by others, just know that God sees you as a treasure more valuable than any type of gold or riches and He paid the ultimate price for you! Have a JOYFUL day fam! I love and value you FAM! God bless!