A 4 a.m. Conversation

In the middle of the night, I felt like the Lord was wanting to talk about fear, hate, and sickness.

So many right now are full of fear - for good reason.

So many right now are full of hatred - because they are full of fear.

God's question to me was "What are fear and hatred?"

Knowing He would give me the answer, I said "you know, God."

"Fear is dis-ease of spirit.

"Hatred is dis-ease of soul.

"Our humanity is body, soul, and spirit. Could two affect the one? Might dis-ease of soul and spirit invite dis-ease of body?"

I pondered...if the answer is yes, then, could joy, hope, and love generate physical wellness? And, if so...how do we release that?

Nehemiah 8:10 Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.
Isaiah 60:1 - Arise and shine for your light has come.

November 4 - Overcoming Joy!

Cute guy in Central Park,
New York City, NY

There is joy today to break through an underlying tension in your life.

Nehemiah 8:10 - "Go home and prepare a feast, holiday food and drink; and share it with those who don't have anything: This day is holy to God. Don't feel bad. The joy of God is your strength!"
(The Message)

June 20 - Be Happy!

God is a happy guy. We know that because there is laughter in the world and we are made in His image. There are also flowers, children, music, art, dancing, puppies, kittens, wine, football, mountains, brooks, and celebrations. We are made to be happy. It’s in our genes. He’s telling you today to “Be happy!!!!”

Nehemiah 8:10 - "...the joy of the Lord is your strength.

August 29 - A Day to Create

Enjoy doing something today that you love and haven’t done for a while. You have a special set of creative gifts God has placed inside of you. They are for others, but also for you – to bring you joy. When you do them, you feel God’s pleasure and His love. If we are made in His image, we are made to create. Have fun!

Nehemiah 8:10 - "...the joy of the Lord is your strength."
Genesis 1:1 - "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth."
Genesis 1:27 - "So God created mankind in His own image."