This morning as I was having my quiet time with the Lord, one of the devotionals I was reading posed the question, "in what areas are you resistant to change?" this triggered the question in my mind " what would I like to change into?" (which was not the intent of the question at all, but that's how a narcissistic mind works, it's all about me, my needs, my shortcomings , etc). Anyway, as I thought through my version of the question, I said, 'I'd like to be more like so and so, a doer, a worker, a getter done person.' Which led to the thought, 'I should call her and tell her how much I appreciate her.'
Suddenly, I found myself awash in tears, as God profoundly told me that he made me the encourager and her the worker. That those are our gifts. That He loves us. And that He loves to see us utilizing the gifts that He gave us.
Wow, what a way to start your morning! What a lovely little blessing. Now back to the question at hand....
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Saturday, February 16, 2013
Intentionional joy
Proverb 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
What brought me joy, or a smile or a giggle today? If we are willing to give it some thought, we can all find something.
I had a wonderful day yesterday. I met a brand new friend, I worked from Starbucks (my favorite place to work from), I rested, I spent time with the Lord, I jacuzzied, and I watched a couple episisodes of my favorite series. It was a day full of joy. (I wish all my days could be so stress free.)
My new friend's name is Mindy. I met her at GPS, one of my business networking meetings. She is a lovely woman, who owns a home and pool service business. We met for coffee and muffins and spent a lovely couple of hours chatting and getting to know each other. We found out that we have several things in common. We both like to dabble in art, both republicans, both love to decorate. One thing I regret about our conversation is that we didnt talk about the Lord. I'm sad to say she doesn't know how much I love my Lord. I will be intentional about this the next time.
The meeting brought a sweet feeling of joy to my morning, which then lingered throughout the day. The scripture was right; a joyful heart is good medicine. I want to be intentional in finding joy, peace, contentment in the everyday, small things of life. Then maybe I won't be searching for them in the things that won't bring them, like food.
What brought a smile to your face today?
What brought me joy, or a smile or a giggle today? If we are willing to give it some thought, we can all find something.
I had a wonderful day yesterday. I met a brand new friend, I worked from Starbucks (my favorite place to work from), I rested, I spent time with the Lord, I jacuzzied, and I watched a couple episisodes of my favorite series. It was a day full of joy. (I wish all my days could be so stress free.)
My new friend's name is Mindy. I met her at GPS, one of my business networking meetings. She is a lovely woman, who owns a home and pool service business. We met for coffee and muffins and spent a lovely couple of hours chatting and getting to know each other. We found out that we have several things in common. We both like to dabble in art, both republicans, both love to decorate. One thing I regret about our conversation is that we didnt talk about the Lord. I'm sad to say she doesn't know how much I love my Lord. I will be intentional about this the next time.
The meeting brought a sweet feeling of joy to my morning, which then lingered throughout the day. The scripture was right; a joyful heart is good medicine. I want to be intentional in finding joy, peace, contentment in the everyday, small things of life. Then maybe I won't be searching for them in the things that won't bring them, like food.
What brought a smile to your face today?
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