Tag Archives: joy

The Gloomies

Posted on October 13, 2012 by jimjanean

Don’t let “the gloomies” get to you. The Psalmist declared: Why are you downcast, oh my soul?   Why are you disquieted (or restless) within me?  Hope in God  (paraphrase mine).  This passage specifically addresses the soul, which consists of our mind, … Continue reading →

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Happiness Is A Choice

Posted on October 7, 2012 by jimjanean

We look for happiness in people, possessions, finances, pleasure and so on.  While these can enhance our lives, they were never intended to be the source of our happiness or to be the solution  to our problems. Happiness is simply … Continue reading →

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Who Are You Living For?

Posted on September 8, 2012 by jimjanean

Who are you living for? Do you live to see how much you can get for yourself?  In the process, are you insensitive to the needs of others?  Do you care if others are hurt by you? Do you compromise … Continue reading →

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Count ‘Em, Go Ahead!

Posted on August 19, 2012 by jimjanean

There’s an old song that goes, “Count your blessings name them one by one. Count your many blessings, see what God has done.”  You know, I think that old tune was onto something! There are growing numbers of people suffering from … Continue reading →

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Satisfaction Guaranteed

Posted on June 18, 2012 by jimjanean

“Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content. I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned … Continue reading →

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