When we encourage an ongoing celebration of each other's gifts and accomplishments, envy disappears, joy begins, and the love of my Lord Jesus abounds! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/joyous-envy-1
SWABs
Here is a place to drop your guilt and renew your spirit!
Friday, December 29, 2023
Friday, December 22, 2023
Lo and Behold!
My Lord Jesus wants me to stop whatever I'm doing and pay attention so I don't miss out on those tidings of great joy. That message from the angels that He was born to be my Savior! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/lo-and-behold-1
Friday, December 15, 2023
Guaranteed Promises!
My Lord Jesus gives me the assurance, the promise, the guarantee that I will be welcomed into His presence. All because of His ultimate sacrifice and gift of faith! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/guaranteed-promises-1
Friday, December 8, 2023
The Anchor We Can Trust!
My Lord Jesus is that secure anchor I can always trust. He brings me close to rest in His arms, renew my spirit, and restore my joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/the-anchor-we-can-trust-1
Friday, December 1, 2023
Handprints and Fingerprints
My future is in the hands of my Lord Jesus. He promises to be there when I struggle. He picks up the scattered pieces of my life and restores my joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/handprints-and-fingerprints
Friday, November 24, 2023
The Power of Change
My Lord Jesus is not a shifting shadow. He is never obsolete. He is the Christ, the same yesterday, today and forever! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/the-power-of-change-1
Friday, November 17, 2023
Giving Thanks Even If
Even if I sin again and again, my Lord Jesus assures me He will forgive me. I am still His child. He still loves me. https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/giving-thanks-even-if-1
Friday, November 10, 2023
Taking the Pulse
My Lord Jesus knows me intimately. He has his loving, powerful finger on my pulse! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/taking-the-pulse-1
Friday, October 27, 2023
Self Care Is Not Being Selfish!
When I take the time to talk with my Lord Jesus, I hear His refreshing voice renewing my spirit! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/self-care-is-not-being-selfish
Friday, October 20, 2023
Wearing the Crown of Life
When Satan does his best to wear me down and wear me out, I know I can always ask my Lord Jesus to give me the strength to continue! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/wearing-the-crown-of-life-1
Friday, October 13, 2023
Glimpses of Heaven
When I see my Lord Jesus face to face in heaven, I know all of my questions will finally be answered! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/glimpses-of-heaven-1
Friday, October 6, 2023
Show Your Confidence!
I have a lively confidence in my Lord Jesus that challenges the darkness of this world with a message of hope and grace and love! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/show-your-confidence-1
Friday, September 29, 2023
Serendipity and Spiritual ADD
I know that coincidences and chance happenings are really my Lord Jesus working in my life! #RestoringtheJoy #LeavingMyGuiltAtTheCross #trust #faithstrengthening #humility https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/serendipity-and-spiritual-add
Friday, September 22, 2023
Tell Me Your Story!
I have my own story to share with others, my "I was there" story about what my Lord Jesus has done for me, through me, and in me! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/tell-me-your-story-1
Friday, September 15, 2023
Pressures of Life
My Lord Jesus understands the pressures I feel in the storms of life. He is always there with His comforting words and renewing embrace. https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/pressures-of-life-1
Friday, September 8, 2023
No More Excuses
When I feel the forgiveness from my Lord Jesus, I can walk, run, and truly soar with joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/no-more-excuses-1
Friday, August 25, 2023
Regrets and Disappointments
My Lord Jesus takes my hand and leads me through my regrets and disappointments to whatever lies ahead! #RestoringtheJoy #LeavingMyGuiltAtTheCross #regret #disappointment #forgiveness #trust https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/regrets-and-disappointments
Friday, August 18, 2023
Being Valued
I never have to worry about being left out or ignored by my Lord Jesus! #RestoringtheJoy #LeavingMyGuiltAtTheCross https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/being-valued-1
Friday, August 11, 2023
Regrets and Promises
When I truly regret the mistakes I've made, my Lord Jesus frees me from my guilt and fills me with peace and joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/regrets-and-promises-1
Friday, August 4, 2023
Words and Actions
When my heart is connected to my Lord Jesus, I can honestly pray, "What I say and what I do.. may it be a joy to You!" https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/words-and-actions-1
Friday, July 28, 2023
Why Am I Standing Here?
When I'm walking with my Lord Jesus, I'm never lost. I'm just lost in His love! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/why-am-i-standing-here
Friday, July 21, 2023
Keeping the Beat with Jesus!
My Lord Jesus truly is the Central Beat that keeps my rhythm steady and fills my soul with joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/keeping-the-beat-with-jesus-1
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Credibility and Worth
In those times when I feel incapable or underestimated, I can hear the voice of my Lord Jesus reminding me that as His child I have a life that is more than full! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/credibility-and-worth-1
Friday, June 23, 2023
Place Holders
When I remember that I am part of the body of Christ, I know I belong to something much greater than anything the world can offer! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/place-holders-1
Friday, June 16, 2023
Buoys and Leadership
My Lord Jesus is my guide and beacon of hope. He holds me in His strong hand and gives me joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/buoys-and-leadership
Friday, June 9, 2023
Get in the Boat and Row!
When I spend time in prayer, listening to the wisdom and guidance of my Lord Jesus, I can encourage others with His love and joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/get-in-the-boat-and-row-1
Friday, June 2, 2023
Avoid or Embrace?
My Lord Jesus goes with me into the tasks that greet me each morning... those I welcome and those I want to avoid! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/avoid-or-embrace-1
Friday, May 26, 2023
Real or Fake?
My Lord Jesus is the real deal, the authentic Son of God! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/real-or-fake-1
Friday, May 19, 2023
Stage of Life
When I have the opportunity to tell my story about what my lord Jesus has done for me, I need to speak boldly! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/stage-of-life
Friday, May 12, 2023
Compliments or Flattery?
Thank you, my Lord Jesus, for Your gift of faith and my salvation. May I continue to grow in my walk with You! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/compliments-or-flattery-1
Friday, May 5, 2023
Comparing
My Lord Jesus, there is nothing that compares with the wonders of Your mighty love, comfort, shelter, and strength. Nothing compares to Your promise to save me for all eternity. https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/comparing-1
Friday, April 28, 2023
Worth Saving?
When I turn to Him, my Lord Jesus throws away my sadness and anger and guilt! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/worth-saving-1
Friday, April 21, 2023
Fears and Stays
When my fears overwhelm me, I go to my Lord Jesus. He is the One I can trust, rely on, lean on, and depend on because of His power to endure! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/fears-and-stays
Friday, April 14, 2023
Spare Me!
There are people who don't understand their need for my Lord Jesus. He died for them too! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/spare-me-1
Saturday, April 8, 2023
He Is Alive!
My Lord Jesus says, "I am the Living One. I was dead and now look! I am alive forever and ever!" https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/he-is-alive-1
Friday, March 31, 2023
Patience and Hope
Lord Jesus, as I patiently watch once again Your plan of salvation unfolding this week, may I be patiently hopeful watching Your plan for me fully blossom. https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/patience-and-hope-1
Friday, March 24, 2023
Beside Yourself
When I am beside myself with worry, my Lord Jesus calms the storms in my life! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/beside-yourself
Saturday, March 18, 2023
Give Me the Right Answer!
I can hear my Lord Jesus calling out to a world that keeps looking for the answer: "I am the Way, and the Truth, and the Life!" https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/give-me-the-right-answer-1
Friday, March 10, 2023
Jesus, Lift My Load of Guilt!
My Lord Jesus staggered under the burden of the cross and the load of the world's sin and then stood up to death and Satan. All for me! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/jesus-lift-my-load-of-guilt-1
Friday, March 3, 2023
The Gift of Giving
God knows how to give until it hurts. He gave His One and Only Son, my Lord Jesus, to die in my place all because I needed it! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/the-gift-of-giving-1
Friday, February 24, 2023
Connect or Disconnect?
When I admit to my Lord Jesus that He's the One in control of my life, His power comes flooding in and my connection to Him is complete! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/connect-or-disconnect
Friday, February 17, 2023
Jesus Makes It Easy!
I need to stop making life harder than it has to be and let my Lord Jesus show me His path of forgiveness and JOY! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/jesus-makes-it-easy-1
Friday, February 10, 2023
Just Ask Me!
When my Lord Jesus puts me in a place where I can show His love and mercy to someone, I need to be ready to make a difference and help! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/just-ask-me-1
Friday, February 3, 2023
Just a Little talk with Jesus
I can be completely honest with my Lord Jesus at any time and in any place! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/just-a-little-talk-with-jesus-1
Friday, January 27, 2023
Only
If I were the only person in the whole world, my Lord Jesus still would have come to save me! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/_only
Friday, January 20, 2023
Take the Fear Out of Failing!
The compassion, mercy, and love of my Lord Jesus never fails, even when I fail to listen to Him! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/take-the-fear-out-of-failing-1
Friday, January 13, 2023
God Calling!
My Lord Jesus calls me into a life of freedom, hope, peace, and joy! https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/god-calling-1
Friday, January 6, 2023
What's in a Name?
I cry out in frustration to my Lord Jesus when I don't understand the ways of this world. And I breathe out His name in humble prayer when I seek His forgiveness and mercy. https://www.restoringthejoy.net/single-post/what-s-in-a-name-1