Thoughts along the Journey…
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- Growing in Grace
- Attributes of God
- Encouragement
- Trusting God
- Comfort
- Faith
- Obedience
- Christmas
- Witnessing
- Hope
- Dependence
- Prayer
- Christlike Character
- Purpose
- Gratitude
- Advent
- Joy
- Salvation
- Bible Study
- Relationship with God
- Life in Christ
- Peace
- Psalm 23
- Focus
- Surrender
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Love
- Sanctification
- Thanksgiving
- Waiting
- Culture
- Grace
- Patience
- Provision
- Singleness
- Contentment
- Discipleship
- Forgiveness
- Writing
- Apologetics
- Burdens
- Education
- Holy Spirit
- Persecution
- Perseverance
- Rest
- Revival
- Christian Heritage
- Family
- Humility
The Cross for the Joy
The celebration of Christ’s death and resurrection combines joy and suffering—which seem like two opposites. But Christ’s own example teaches us that joy and suffering are not mutually exclusive, and that joy transcends sorrow and pain.
A Season of Joy
We hear a lot about joy during the Christmas season, but where does that joy come from?
Knowing and Delighting
In Christianity, it is sometimes easier to know about God than to really know Him. This week, I’ve been pondering the connection between knowing God and delighting in Him, and in the things He Himself delights in.
Overflowing
The phrase “my cup runneth over” paints a very literal picture in my mind, but what significance does the illustration carry into our daily lives?
Acceptance
Missing peace in your life? A statement by Amy Carmichael recently reminded me of the powerful link between peace an acceptance.
Rejoicing in the Savior
The week between Christmas and New Years can feel like an emotional lull, a dull point in between celebrations. But for the Christian, the joy of Christmas is not just for one specific day or season—it is for every day!
The Fullness of Christ
Christmas is a celebration of Christ’s gift to us. But that gift goes far beyond salvation from the penalty of our sins.
Drawing With Joy from the Wells of Salvation
It is easy to go through life missing the joy God wants us to have. How do we find it? Isaiah 12:1-3 points out one source of joy for the saved in Christ.
Joy and Strength
“The Joy of the Lord is your strength” is one of the most quoted statements in Scripture. But it just scratches the surface of the truth being expressed in Nehemiah 8:10