"Joy is not gush. Joy is not mere jolliness.

Joy is perfect acquiescence

~ acceptance, rest ~

in God's will, whatever comes."

Amy Carmichael (1867-1951)

The theme of my life is to continue to be that of JOY. This theme has grown in my life over the past 15 years... beginning at the beginning, with Elisabeth Elliot and "Gateway to JOY". She truly characterized a life to strive for, as she led her missionary life under the control of Christ Jesus, then when others would take on retirement, Elisabeth took on the role of teaching the "younger women" to be godly women. Her radio broadcasts reached me as a stay-at-home mother beginning around 1990 or 1992.
The joy of the Lord is your strength"
As the youngest of our three sons, Dave's life has caused me to grow spiritually - drawing closer to the Lord Jesus. He gives example of the Bible verses which state that we are to "rejoice in the Lord always".

Throughout my blog, I will be journaling about JOY, and the many facets of joy represented in my life. Everyday posts are too much for me, but when I can find the time, this will be representative of my current activities, thoughts, prayers and dreams.

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