On the last night before His crucifixion, Christ taught His disciples many vital principles. At one point, He said, “These things have I spoken unto you, that My joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full” (John 15:11).
On the same occasion, Christ, knowing the disciples would sorrow at His death, added, “But your sorrow shall be turned into joy...and your joy no man takes from you” (16:20, 22).
There's this part of my brain and heart that are vibrating with the renewed knowledge that I was created to live, breathe and live JOYFULLY! Abundantly!! It feels like I have been being held under water just getting a breath now and then....and suddenly there is this immense hope that I will be able to BREATHE. To live the life that I was given with joy. To revel in the goodness of the Father who loves me. To immerse myself in what I am uniquely created to do and be.
I don't mind troubles. I understand troubles are a part of life. But, this marriage of mine has been like a thief that stole away the hope of simply being happy in life....or of even having the expectation. Why my husband seems to feel like it's evil or ungodly, I'll never understand. I have tried. I like to LAUGH. I like to LOVE. I like to SING. I like to DANCE. I like to BE.
So...here's to joy. To life abundantly. To hope.
with love. grace
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