When Joy Doesn’t Come Naturally
by Cathy Baker
So here we are on the final day of our April theme and the one post I didn’t want to write refuses to loosen its grip.
Truth is, I selfishly chose this subject because I feel like a total failure when it comes to exuding joy. I look at others who seem to naturally tap into that particular fruit of the Spirit with such ease and wonder why it seems more difficult for me. Is it because I’m a bona fide melancholy introvert?
While preparing to kick off the April series, I said to a friend, “I’m not a naturally joyful person.” And there it was — my answer.
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds… James 1:2
Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy…1 Peter 1:8
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Be joyful always. 1 Thessalonians 5:16
or swayed by outward circumstances.
It is the supernatural manifestation of Christ
that flows in and through us.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. There’s still much exploring to do on the subject of joy so maybe we’ll pick it up again another month.
In the meantime, let me give you a sneak peek into May’s theme: Save the Date – Engaging God and Your Creative Senses. You may just be surprised by the ideas that unfold next month. The new posts begin Monday, May 4th. Hope to see you there!
