Dear Family,
Sometimes
we make our own joy. I have a friend who gifted me fingernail polish. Normally
I don’t bother but I have another friend who said, “It only takes five minutes.”
By golly, this is my St. Patrick’s celebration! I hate cooking but painting my
nails didn’t take long and it’s fun to look down and see a bit of color. Finding
four leaf clovers on the other hand.
That’s one of my hobbies. I’ll give this one to my Irish friend. Maybe
she will like it as much as the youth who called one I gave him, “Epic.” How
fun to have joy and then to spread it.
I
have been contemplating what gives me joy. What makes me thrilled inside. I’ll
list a few and would love to hear yours. My cat purring is a big one. I truly
enjoy petting her and getting the instant gratification of the best sound on
earth. “Purrrrrr.” I also delight when I win yet another phone game level. They
are easy (for the most part) and cute characters dance on the screen for a bit
with delight, “Good job!” How fun. When someone decides they want to follow
Jesus, that’s very special. I enjoy seeing God at work. I also enjoy looking at
pretty landscapes, people smiling, and laughing with others (Just for laughs is
on YouTube). I am delighted when I call someone and they pick up with a desire
to chat. I enjoy cuddles, little people are sweet but for now Bobby is the only
one who is there for that. Good food, yes that’s huge. Seeing others be happy
and visiting people I love. I may hate travel but it’s worth seeing family.
What about you? What gives you joy?
I
also delight in the youth of our church. When they say fun things, I love
laughing with them. Our lesson this week was about the Roman Centurion and how
Jesus healed his servant. An interesting concept is how the “Jewish elders”
were advocating for this man. They were asking Jesus to help because the man
helped them out. Bobby posed the question, “What are Jewish elders?” On student
answered with a question, “Old Jews?” And Bobby said, “Yes.”
Another
interesting question Bobby posed, “Did Adam and Even have belly buttons?” He
mentioned churches could split over that one. The youth were intrigued but Bobby
moved on with the lesson anyway. What do you think?
Also,
when the youth are on scoot boards holding onto a rope – it was fun to see “Bowling,
with kids.” They loved it.
Sunday
morning Bobby gave an illustration from driving but mentioned, “Most of you can’t
drive though.” There was a general outcry, “I drive!” Many wanted Bobby to know
they have these skills. Bobby asked a young 12 year old, “How do you drive?”
The answer was, “Illegally.” Nice.
I
am continually blessed when I talk with friends, Bobby, Adriel, Seth and my
parents. I delight when they pick up the phone or lean in. Family is delightful
and I am glad they are in my life.
May
you also delight in those you love and are around. May you find peace and joy
in God’s will and may you delight in the little things – fun though they are. Happy
St. Patrick’s day! Google St. Patrick – it’s a great story.
Also,
please pray for our church. The youth room flooded again last night. I think
this is very stressful for everyone involved.
Much love, Cristy
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