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The Power of Words: Affirmation and Healing
Do you ever replay something said to you years ago? It brings back all the emotions all over again. Maybe it was a teacher who told you, “You’ll never amount to anything.” Or maybe a parent who said to you, “I’m so proud of you!” It’s incredible how words can stay with us for years.…
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“I Got This”… Or Do I?
Sometimes wisdom comes from the most unexpected places. Last week, I was spending time with my four-year-old grandson. More than once, I asked if he needed help with something. Each time, with confidence and determination, he looked at me and said, “I got this.” Those three little words have echoed in my mind all week.…
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Finding Joy Through Music and Worship
Music plays a large role in my life. I almost always have it playing in the background. When I’m stressed and put on something soothing, it lifts my spirit and helps me feel calm. When I’m feeling blue, happy music energizes me. When I’m stuck in traffic, spa music helps settle my nerves. And when…
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Chronicles of Joy: The Power of Remembering
Proverbs 10:28 reminds us, “The hope of the righteous shall be gladness, but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.” This raises an intriguing question: what does it mean to keep a record? In our modern society, we often capture every moment of our lives—whether through photos or social media posts. I recently came across…
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Suffering and Joy: A Divine Paradox
James 1:2-3 (New Living Translation), “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.” An opportunity for great joy and troubles of any kind don’t seem to go together,…
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Cultivating a Cheerful Heart: Rediscovering Joy
Proverbs 17:22 (Living Bible) advises, “A cheerful heart does good like medicine, but a broken spirit makes one sick.” A cheerful heart. What does that look like to you? I have been thinking about this a lot lately. Years ago, I used to laugh…a lot…and loud. I was often ridiculed because of it…
Kim's Journey to Joy 