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From Frustration to Joy


O Lord, how long will you forget me? Forever?     How long will you look the other way? How long must I … More

desire, frustration, hope, Jesus, joy

The Dance 5: The Glory of the Dance


Sometimes in life, we get to experience what we could call joyous and glorious occasions. For me, those times would … More

celebration, glory, Jesus, joy, relationship

The Dance 4: Practice


Years ago, when I was in university, I decided that I wanted to learn how to play guitar. So I … More

contentment, intention, Jesus, joy, passion, peace, Philippians

Bible Study – Phil. 4:4-13 – The Dance 4: Practice


Summary: Unlike happiness, joy is not an emotion that is dependent upon circumstances. Joy is deeper and more durable than … More

contentment, Dance, joy, motivation, peace, practice

Bucket List Joy: Seeing Jesus


In 2007, the movie “The Bucket List” was released. It starred Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson as two men, both … More

Bucket List, Jesus, joy, Simeon

Luke 2:21-40 – Bucket List Joy Over Seeing the Saviour


Summary: How does life work? Most people think that if you do the right stuff, good things will come to … More

Anna, Jesus, joy, Simeon, temple

God’s Greatest Gift of Love


Have you ever noticed how hard life is sometimes? Throughout this season leading up to Christmas, this season called Advent, … More

Christmas, hope, Jesus, Joseph, joy, love, Mary, peace

This is It!


On March 5, 2009, Michael Jackson announced his final concert appearances at the O2 Arena in London. During the press … More

Jesus, joy, resurrection

Jesus’ Loving Absence


Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when He heard that Lazarus was sick, He stayed where … More

absence, glory, Jesus, joy, love

Christmas Joy


But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for … More

birth of Jesus, Christ Jesus, Christmas, Christmas Joy, Jesus, joy

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