How can we be a bearer of joy if we ourselves are not there in experiencing joy. Maybe
things can really be bothering us such as health issues, situations in our families,
communities, the country, and the tragedies that are happening around the world and with
mother earth.
Perhaps our joy can come from another place. We need to get in touch with our blessedness.
Yes, God has blessed each of us with a special blessing. We sometimes experience it when
we celebrate our birthday. But each moment is a gift as we breathe in and breathe out. Our
life is connected to God’s life within us. If we could only experience that presence each day.
It would cause feelings of thankfulness and praise. With those realizations, joy cannot be far
behind. Then it will be possible to express the joy, which is contagious, and will be a blessing
to those we meet today.
Experiencing joy that God gives you, you may just be able to go beyond the fear that
underlies the sadness you experience. If you can accomplish that, who knows what might be
possible?
- What brings joy in your life?
- Does considering life as a gift enter your thoughts?
- Have you experienced that your joy was “contagious?”
O God, help me be a bearer of joy to a sad world.