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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 depressed. But the Bible tells us that our daily choices can bring joy to others, even when we're feeling stuck. In fact, Scripture says to consider it joy whenever we face trials of many kinds (James 1:2). This isn't a denial of pain, but rather a recognition that something wonderful is taking place. The key is to understand that joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness depends on joy, but pleasure does not. We often try to find joy through pleasure, but this is like trying to find gold by climbing up a tree. We might get a temporary high, but it's not sustainable. Joy, on the other hand, is a choice we can make every day. It's a choice to see the beauty in creation, to appreciate the sacrifice of Jesus, and to love others. As I reflect on my own life, I realize that my daily choices can bring joy to my family, even when I'm feeling stuck. When I take the time to play chess with my son Joshua or read science fiction novels with my daughter Rebecca, I'm investing in their lives and bringing them joy. And when I'm feeling stuck, I can turn to the cross and appreciate the beauty of what Jesus did. This helps me to see the world in a new light and to find joy in the midst of my struggles.
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depression
edward welch
mere christianity
c s lewis
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
practicing the way
john mark comer
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
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