I don't know about you, but I could use a little more laughter in my life! My mother has always said that I was a serious child and that has certainly followed me into adulthood! Life is tough. It is real. And we aren't home yet, so there are some serious bumps in the road. I've been walking through one of those seasons, where I want so desperately to control and have things in my timing. Can you relate??? I was reading my devotion a few days ago, and it really opened my eyes to the desire God has for us to ENJOY this life - even when we don't understand the bumps.
From "Jesus Calling" by Sarah Young
Learn to laugh at yourself more freely. Don't take yourself or your circumstances so seriously. Relax and know that I am God with you. When you desire My will above all else, life becomes much less threatening. Stop trying to monitor My responsibilities - things that are beyond your control. Find freedom by accepting the boundaries of your domain.
Laughter lightens your load and lifts your heart into heavenly places. Your laughter rises to heaven and blends with angelic melodies of praise. Just as parents delight in the laughter of their children, so I delight in hearing my children laugh. I rejoice when you trust Me enough to enjoy your life lightheartedly.
Do not miss the Joy of My Presence by carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. Rather, take My yoke upon you and learn from Me. My yoke is comfortable and pleasant; My burden is light and easily borne.
"A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."
Proverbs 17:22
"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come."
Proverbs 31:25
"Take my yoke upon you and learn of Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is wholesome, and My burden is light and easy to be borne."
Matthew 11:29-30
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