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Your Question:
Can our daily choices bring joy to others when we're feeling stuck?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feeling stuck and struggling to find joy in their daily lives. But Scripture tells us that we can bring joy to others even when we're feeling stuck. In fact, James 1:2 says, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds." This means that we can choose to see our struggles as opportunities to bring joy to others, rather than just focusing on our own pain. When we're feeling stuck, it's easy to get caught up in our own circumstances and lose sight of the joy that's available to us. But the Bible reminds us that joy is not just a feeling, it's a choice. We can choose to focus on the beauty of God's creation, the sacrifice of Jesus, and the love of God. We can choose to see the good in others and to love them in the midst of our struggles. By doing so, we can bring joy to those around us, even when we're feeling stuck. As a husband and father, I've learned that my daily choices can have a profound impact on those around me. When I choose to focus on the joy of the Lord, even in the midst of struggles, it brings joy to my wife Susan and our children, Joshua and Rebecca. They see the love and joy of God in my life, and it inspires them to do the same. So, I encourage you to choose joy today, even when you're feeling stuck. See the beauty of God's creation, appreciate the sacrifice of Jesus, and love others with the love of God. In doing so, you'll bring joy to those around you, and you'll experience the joy of the Lord yourself.
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