Prayer Index Cards for Life
Paul had a lot to say about joy in his letter to the Philippians. He also had wisdom and instruction regarding anxiety because he knew from first-hand experience how intertwined they were.
Anxiety wants to steal your joy. Continue reading “Whatever Your Trouble”
Today I’m posting my last writing from Philippians, Journey in Joy. A short little verse in chapter 2 packs quite a punch in a few words. Its challenge is essential for a joy-filled journey.
Do everything without complaining or arguing. Philippians 2:14 Continue reading “Without Complaint”
Before closing the study of joy from Philippians, I want to go back and focus on a few power-packed scriptures from this short book that’s written about an unlikely perspective- joy, found in an unlikely place- prison.
I say unlikely because for me I tend to equate the presence of joy with circumstantial ease. You probably do as well. That’s why we spend so much time and energy trying to control and manage our circumstances or environments so that we experience ease, comfort, and peace. Continue reading “Whatever Matters Most”
In the next couple of weeks, I’ll be wrapping up my study in Philippians. Today I’m jumping to the end of this short book that has much to say about finding joy in unlikely places. The focal verse comes from the final section of writing, and in my Bible it’s entitled “God’s Provision.”
Paul writes in chapter 4:19-
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Continue reading “Provision for Joy”
Every time a school year begins, I’m reminded that I’m a teacher at heart. Getting organized with books and notebooks and preparing a classroom for a new group of students was something I approached with excitement. I worked hard to equip students with goals and strategies so that they would have a successful year. I wanted them to learn, to work hard, and to accomplish all that they could. Even though I don’t currently have a classroom to prepare, every year about this time, I’m excited and ready for the return of routine and schedules that fall brings. Continue reading “Gaining What Matters”
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