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Your Question:
How do we find joy in everyday moments when love is present?
Answer:
Finding joy in everyday moments when love is present is a beautiful thing, my friend. As a husband and father, I can attest to the fact that joy is not just about personal pleasure, but about deepening relationships with others. When Susan and I were first married, I didn't just enjoy knowing her joys, but I actually shared in them. It created a bond and a mutual understanding that brought us closer together. This double delight of joy is something that I've seen in my own family as well. When I tell Joshua and Rebecca how much I love them and why, it fills them with joy and happiness. It's not just about expressing love through words of affirmation, but about showing them through actions like hugs, kisses, and taking care of their needs. As a parent, it's amazing to see how joy can be contagious and bring happiness to our children. But joy is not just about us; it's about God's presence in our lives. When we learn to enjoy the things that God enjoys, we experience true joy. It's about being thankful and appreciative of the good things in our lives, and recognizing that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. As I pray for my children, I pray that they will be given the gift of joy and that they will understand that true happiness and joy are found only in God's presence.
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true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
depression
edward welch
systematic theology
wayne grudem
raising kids to follow christ
lee ann mancini
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
christianity and liberalism
j gresham machen
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