Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”   – Matthew 6:33 (ESV)   Over the past several weeks, we’ve explored various aspects of living a joyful and fulfilling life, grounded in the teachings of the...
Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV)   Joy is something we all desire, but it’s not always easy to maintain, especially in a world filled...
The Science of Happiness: Encouraging Positive Mindsets

The Science of Happiness: Encouraging Positive Mindsets

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” Philippians 4:8 (ESV)   In...
Encouraging Joy in Daily Life: Finding Beauty

Encouraging Joy in Daily Life: Finding Beauty

“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 (ESV)   Life has a way of pulling us in a thousand different directions. Between work, family responsibilities, and the endless list of to-dos, it’s easy to lose sight of the...
The Impact of Small Acts of Kindness: Spreading Joy

The Impact of Small Acts of Kindness: Spreading Joy

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9 (ESV)   In a world that often measures significance by the size of our actions, it’s easy to overlook the power of small acts of kindness. We might...