How to Find Joy in the Simple Things in Life

Joy Comes from God

The foundation of finding joy in the simple things in life is recognizing that joy comes from God. He is the God who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment (1 Tim. 6:17). This means that we are freed to take joy in the things He has blessed. When we appreciate the blessings of God, we can experience joy in the simple things.

Finding Joy in Creation and the Church

Scripture assumes that we will experience joy in creation (Psalm 104:24, 31). This includes the beauty of nature, the joy of eating and drinking, and the satisfaction of working (Eccles. 5:18-20). We can also experience joy in the church, through the beauty of fellowship with other believers, and the joy of worshiping together. When we are unable to see joy in these things, we can return to the cross and appreciate the beauty of what Jesus did, and His willingness to become like us.

Choosing Joy

Joy is not something that we can manufacture, manipulate, or modify just to please ourselves. It is something profound that comes from a deeper place. We experience joy, but its power source and steering mechanism are beyond our reach. To find joy in the simple things, we need to choose to become an expert in it. This means taking joy in the Spirit working within us, and being grateful for the blessings of God. As we do this, we can experience the double delight of joy - enjoying what God has given us, and sharing in it with others, creating a bond and mutual understanding that are joys in themselves. We can take joy in the simple things, knowing that they are a source of joy because they have God as their source.