Iris's theme for Thankful Thursday this week is JOY. I have heard before that the difference in happiness and joy is that"Happiness depends on your circumstances and Joy comes from God."
Iris quotes John Piper, saying that "Joy is in your bones."
Even though I hope you'll go over to Iris' blog, after reading this, or you came to me from her blog, I want to share the same scripture that she shared. I read this scripture just recently and thought about and prayed for those I know who are going through very difficult times in hospitals.
"May the God of hope fill you with all Joy and peace in believeing , so that by the power of the Holy Spirit, you may abound in hope."
Romans 15:13 ESV
Today, I am thankful for the JOY of
1. being in God's word and listening to Him speak to me.
fulfilling His purpose for me, as a
2. Wife
3. Mom, Mom-n-law, Gramma
4. Daughter, Family member, neighbor, friend
5. Teacher
Please join me and Sonya at http://www.truth4thejourney.blogspot.com/
and Iris at http://www.eph2810.com/
to share the 5 things that you are thankful for bringing you joy today.
Great list of thankfulness!
ReplyDelete. being in God's word and listening to Him speak to me.
ReplyDeletefulfilling His purpose for me,
amen amen amen...I loved this statement
Wonderful list!!
ReplyDeleteLoved your list and what a lot of roles women have when you list them like that!
ReplyDeleteCollette xx
May you continue to have much joy in your life.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your list and praising Him w/you. Blessings, SusanD
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