My daughter Beth made this snow girl to add to our Christmas decorations. As I sat there this morning posting this on facebook for our family to see I got to thinking about joy. All the joys in my life the Lord has blessed me with. My baby girl done most of the tree decorating last night. My husband and I sat there watching as each of them done there parts to decorate somehow. We don't tell them how or what to do they know we enjoy watching them. Yes with my baby girl putting most ornaments on the tree she didn't get hardly any in the back. That's ok my Lord gave me the Joy of not only watching them all but I get to enjoy seeing their work all month long. Moments like these money can't buy. Joy is not getting gifts, receiving money or spending it. Its those things in life big and small that make you smile.
John 15:10-12
10 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love.
11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
12 This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.
11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.
12 This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.
You see we all can have lots of joy in our lives if we just look around us. God gave us all beautiful things to look at, fun things to do and so forth. It also brings joy to my heart to be a servant to a wonderful Savior.
I was listening to a song this morning that touched my heart I want to share it with you....
Did I Mention
Verse 1
David sang the praises of the glory of Jehovah
Paul preached that all is lost save knowin' Christ
Little John said he is precious by leaning on his bosom
So for a moment may I humbly testify.
Cho.
Did I mention that I love him, how I worship and adore him?
When I can see no way he makes a way
And did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
Verse 2
How many sermons can be preacdhed about this Jesus?
How many songs can be sung about God's Son?
There are not enough words enough notes in the music
To tell the story of all the Savior has done.
Cho.
Did I mention that I love him, how I worship and adore him?
When I can see no way he makes a way
And did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
Tag:
Did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
I love him that's all I want to say
Verse 1
David sang the praises of the glory of Jehovah
Paul preached that all is lost save knowin' Christ
Little John said he is precious by leaning on his bosom
So for a moment may I humbly testify.
Cho.
Did I mention that I love him, how I worship and adore him?
When I can see no way he makes a way
And did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
Verse 2
How many sermons can be preacdhed about this Jesus?
How many songs can be sung about God's Son?
There are not enough words enough notes in the music
To tell the story of all the Savior has done.
Cho.
Did I mention that I love him, how I worship and adore him?
When I can see no way he makes a way
And did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
Tag:
Did I mention he's been faithful to every promise he ever made me?
I love him that's all I want to say.
I love him that's all I want to say
Day 24 Thank You Lord for all the Joys in my life. November Thank You Lord Challenge
May God Bless you on your journey.
Amanda
I love the snowman that your daughter made...precious! How right you are!! There is no amount of money that can buy us the joy that God gives us. Not only was your heart filled with joy as you watched your sweet baby decorate the tree, but she, too, had the joy of doing it herself. What a wonderful gift you gave her to build her confidence and to know she is worthy of decorating the Christmas tree. It is not about the perfect look of the tree, but the love and memories made while doing it. :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy this beautiful season with your joys. xoxo
Thanks Marci!! As I get older I enjoy more in life whether it be a pretty flower or a smile on my kids faces.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!! XOXO