Delight, what in the world is it? As I think on that word, I realize that it isn’t a word that I associate with my life. And, to be honest, other than seeing the word in the Bible, I don’t really give it any thought. But I’m beginning to realize that I should be, and [...]
Entries Tagged as 'joy'
Holidays – Joy or Stress
December 4th, 2009 No Comments
As we enter the Christmas holiday season there seems to be two, quite opposite, feelings that are evoked. For some, there is great excitement and joy. But for others, it is a time of stress and even depression. I’d like to focus on the latter response and look at some causes and how those of [...]
Tags: anger · boundaries · Christmas holiday · depression · duty · family duty · gifts · grace · Guilt · help others · holiday · Jesus · joy · loss of loved one · me focused · obligation · payment · stress
A Gift for Father
June 20th, 2009 1 Comment
Here in the USA we celebrate Father’s Day tomorrow (June 21st). We give gifts to our fathers: cards, ties, power tools, etc. It got me to thinking about what gift we can give to our Heavenly Father. Clearly He doesn’t need a new tie or power tool. A common response, almost a cliché, is “give [...]
Tags: Acceptance · Beauty · Distrust · Don't need it · Don’t deserve · Earn · Encouragement · Father’s Day · Friendship · Fun · giving to God · Guidance · Himself · Involvement · joy · Patience · Protection · Provision · purpose · Transformation
Work – A Joy or Curse?
April 3rd, 2009 No Comments
When I think of work, lots of things come to mind. Enjoyment isn’t often one of those thoughts. Necessity, obligation, duty, drudgery are more frequent. I remember, growing up, that I was told that a man (or woman) was blessed if they enjoyed their job. I was led to believe it was rare. The opening [...]
Tags: attitude · curse · desires · heart · jobs · joy · passion · Work