A thing of beauty is a joy forever - John Keats 1817.
Showing posts with label joy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label joy. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Thursday, October 17, 2013
PURE joy !
It is a pure joy to Post on this Blog.
Indeed, "little treasures" can
enfold us in the blessing
Indeed, "little treasures" can
enfold us in the blessing
of being gently
- still -
discovering that the
gifts of wonder
and joy are endless.
- still -
discovering that the
gifts of wonder
and joy are endless.
You are lovely.
May your days
be filled with lovely memories!
I am sure God is guiding you - kim warren.
* ( You can discover the rewardingly delicious taste of Kim {not me] and Rachael's Pumpkin Soup - this Blog ). *
Keep searching.k. *
Monday, September 16, 2013
Being Present (richness of life)
Those who do not know how to weep with their whole heart don't know how to laugh either - Golda Meir.
We all know people who live on the fringes of life. They seem uninvolved with the activity in their midst, as though a pane of glass separated them from us. And there are times when we join the persons standing alone away from the vibrancy of life. Fears keep people apart, particularly the fear of letting go of the vulnerable self and joining in the feelings of the moment.
To fully reap the benefits of life, we have to risk full exposure to one another and to the experience of the moment. Full involvement in the ebb and flow of life will bring the weeping that accompanies both the pain and the joy of life. It will also bring the fruits of laughter.
Both laughter and weeping cleanse us. They bring closure to an experience. They make possible our letting go. And we must let go of pain, as well as joy, to ready ourselves for the next blessing life offers.
When we keep ourselves apart, when we hold off the tears or the laughter, we cheat ourselves of the richness of life. We have to go through an experience fully in order to learn all it can teach us and then be free of it.
K. Casey
Past experiences never let me go until I fully grieve those that need to be grieved or laugh over those that deserve the light touch. The present is distorted when the past shadows it.
We all know people who live on the fringes of life. They seem uninvolved with the activity in their midst, as though a pane of glass separated them from us. And there are times when we join the persons standing alone away from the vibrancy of life. Fears keep people apart, particularly the fear of letting go of the vulnerable self and joining in the feelings of the moment.
To fully reap the benefits of life, we have to risk full exposure to one another and to the experience of the moment. Full involvement in the ebb and flow of life will bring the weeping that accompanies both the pain and the joy of life. It will also bring the fruits of laughter.
Both laughter and weeping cleanse us. They bring closure to an experience. They make possible our letting go. And we must let go of pain, as well as joy, to ready ourselves for the next blessing life offers.
When we keep ourselves apart, when we hold off the tears or the laughter, we cheat ourselves of the richness of life. We have to go through an experience fully in order to learn all it can teach us and then be free of it.
K. Casey
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Past experiences never let me go until I fully grieve those that need to be grieved or laugh over those that deserve the light touch. The present is distorted when the past shadows it.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
* WORRYING ..
Dear Diary,
'Philippians 4:6 cautions us not to be "anxious about anything . . . ," in other words not to worry. But how many times in our daily lives do we find ourselves worrying about a host of things including finances, our children or the future? There is an old Chinese proverb: "Why worry about how to cross the river if you have not even arrived at the shore yet?"
Anxiety is said to be undefined fear. When we find ourselves worrying or being anxious, it is very important to clarify what we are afraid of. Tell the Lord about it, leave it with Him and then act upon His truth. Do not live according to the feelings that accompany worry or anxiety.
How good it is to know that we can pray (talk to God) and not worry (exercising faith), realizing that we are praying to a God - our God - who is all-sufficient!
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:6-7)'.
"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?" (Matthew 6:27).
N. MARTINEZ
- Am learning that crucial perspective in life and admit it's not always easy to put into practice. I often thank the Lord for renewing His patience of me. Philippians is my favourite book of the Bible. It's about joy that can be experienced in circumstances that are challenging.k.
'Philippians 4:6 cautions us not to be "anxious about anything . . . ," in other words not to worry. But how many times in our daily lives do we find ourselves worrying about a host of things including finances, our children or the future? There is an old Chinese proverb: "Why worry about how to cross the river if you have not even arrived at the shore yet?"
Anxiety is said to be undefined fear. When we find ourselves worrying or being anxious, it is very important to clarify what we are afraid of. Tell the Lord about it, leave it with Him and then act upon His truth. Do not live according to the feelings that accompany worry or anxiety.
How good it is to know that we can pray (talk to God) and not worry (exercising faith), realizing that we are praying to a God - our God - who is all-sufficient!
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:6-7)'.
"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?" (Matthew 6:27).
N. MARTINEZ
- Am learning that crucial perspective in life and admit it's not always easy to put into practice. I often thank the Lord for renewing His patience of me. Philippians is my favourite book of the Bible. It's about joy that can be experienced in circumstances that are challenging.k.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
The THINGS that KEEP me ALIVE ..
- Joy.
- My active (living) faith in the One triune God (God Himself; Jesus the/His son; the/His Holy Spirit). Have learned through good biblical teaching that they are indicatively represented by each; although One, in our physical face (the eyes are God who always sees, the mouth is Jesus who speaks God's Word, the Holy Spirit is our nose which breathes Life). They Work together !
That is One example of how WE are created in God's image by Him placing an individual fingerprint of His Love in our lives that works together (it tells me that He's very interested in all the details of our life) !
Truly amazing,
Kim.
- My active (living) faith in the One triune God (God Himself; Jesus the/His son; the/His Holy Spirit). Have learned through good biblical teaching that they are indicatively represented by each; although One, in our physical face (the eyes are God who always sees, the mouth is Jesus who speaks God's Word, the Holy Spirit is our nose which breathes Life). They Work together !
That is One example of how WE are created in God's image by Him placing an individual fingerprint of His Love in our lives that works together (it tells me that He's very interested in all the details of our life) !
Truly amazing,
Kim.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
~ Anticipation ! ~
Observers say that there are fewer deaths in retirement and nursing homes just before the holidays or when relatives or friends are expected to visit.
We have all experienced what planning a trip does to us. SOMETIMES the excitement keeps us awake the night before we start. It is also true that when we are getting ready for a visit from a son or daughter or some close friend, we seem to have extra energy.
If we are going to live healthy lives, we need to plan ahead for joy and satisfaction. That means to make sure we see the bright side of life. WHEN we look back at our lives, it should merely be to see what lessons we have learned. It is, after all, the future that should concern us. Joseph Addison said in his poem:
When all Thy mercies, O my God,
My rising soul surveys,
Transported with the view, I'm lost
In wonder, love and praise.
To be in good spirit, we need to have a goal ahead of us. When my husband was asked what were the 10 best years of his life, he would reply, "The next 10." At age 78, he was still planning ahead rather than living in the past.
ASKING God to help us keep a bright outlook on life and counting His blessings every day will bring excitement and more robust health to our lives. God's promise is, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). What better word could we find for health and happiness?
"Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed" (1 Peter 1:13).
Evelyn Letourneau
We have all experienced what planning a trip does to us. SOMETIMES the excitement keeps us awake the night before we start. It is also true that when we are getting ready for a visit from a son or daughter or some close friend, we seem to have extra energy.
If we are going to live healthy lives, we need to plan ahead for joy and satisfaction. That means to make sure we see the bright side of life. WHEN we look back at our lives, it should merely be to see what lessons we have learned. It is, after all, the future that should concern us. Joseph Addison said in his poem:
When all Thy mercies, O my God,
My rising soul surveys,
Transported with the view, I'm lost
In wonder, love and praise.
To be in good spirit, we need to have a goal ahead of us. When my husband was asked what were the 10 best years of his life, he would reply, "The next 10." At age 78, he was still planning ahead rather than living in the past.
ASKING God to help us keep a bright outlook on life and counting His blessings every day will bring excitement and more robust health to our lives. God's promise is, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). What better word could we find for health and happiness?
"Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed" (1 Peter 1:13).
Evelyn Letourneau
Monday, February 7, 2011
~ Contentment ! ~
* "Godliness with contentment is great gain.
For we brought nothing into this world,
and it is certain we can carry nothing out."
- 1 Timothy 6:6-7
* You promise that all bad things come to an end!
Until then, Father, give me contentment with the
blessings I have and faith in tomorrow.
In Jesus name. Amen.
* I know You want the best for me, Lord, and You
will provide it. My job is to live my life in a
way that glorifies You. That is a blessing because You
have given me application to good purpose.
I choose to be content. In Jesus name. Amen.
* "Having food and raiment (clothing) let us be therewith content." - 1 Timothy 6:8
For we brought nothing into this world,
and it is certain we can carry nothing out."
- 1 Timothy 6:6-7
* You promise that all bad things come to an end!
Until then, Father, give me contentment with the
blessings I have and faith in tomorrow.
In Jesus name. Amen.
* I know You want the best for me, Lord, and You
will provide it. My job is to live my life in a
way that glorifies You. That is a blessing because You
have given me application to good purpose.
I choose to be content. In Jesus name. Amen.
* "Having food and raiment (clothing) let us be therewith content." - 1 Timothy 6:8
Friday, January 14, 2011
~ JANUARY ~
LORD God, my faith in You is not based in my senses or my intellect but in Your never-failing love, which saved my soul and promises me unspeakable joy. In Jesus name. Amen.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
**** A LIFE FULLY Lived .. !!!! ****
* TRUTH *
Telling it and living it.
* JOY *
Finding it in the darkest places.
* COMPASSION *
From specialness to belonging.
* WONDER *
From needing to know to letting go.
(MARIA HOUSDEN)
Telling it and living it.
* JOY *
Finding it in the darkest places.
* COMPASSION *
From specialness to belonging.
* WONDER *
From needing to know to letting go.
(MARIA HOUSDEN)
Sunday, August 8, 2010
* PREquel !!
Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people - LUKE 2:10.
"The angel who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds said that he came to them with "good tidings of great joy" (Luke 2:10). Many people today hear these words about "great joy" but don't understand them. They relish the season as they decorate their homes, shop in cheerful malls, attend festive parties, and exchange gifts with the ones they love. But after all the excitement subsides, they feel empty and joyless.
Others don't like the season at all. Many have no money for gifts or decorations. Some have no friends with whom to celebrate. The atmosphere of cheer around them actually deepens their feelings of sadness.
The problem with both groups is that they wrongly identify the "great joy" of which the angel spoke. It is found not in the superficial fun but in the deeper meaning of the Christmas season. WHEN Jesus was born, God became a man so that He could save us from our sins (*by dying on a Cross and THEN being raised from the dead on the third (3rd.) day) and give us the joyful prospect of eternity in heaven (providing that we sincerely accept Him personally to come into our heart - that's the AGREEMENT in His Holy word; the Bible). *THAT'S the true reason for joy !
The shepherds went back to the cold nights and loneliness of their vocation, but they were "glorifying and praising God" (verse 20).
The real meaning of Christmas is indeed "good tidings of great joy . . . to all people" (verse 10)." - HVL.
"The angel who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds said that he came to them with "good tidings of great joy" (Luke 2:10). Many people today hear these words about "great joy" but don't understand them. They relish the season as they decorate their homes, shop in cheerful malls, attend festive parties, and exchange gifts with the ones they love. But after all the excitement subsides, they feel empty and joyless.
Others don't like the season at all. Many have no money for gifts or decorations. Some have no friends with whom to celebrate. The atmosphere of cheer around them actually deepens their feelings of sadness.
The problem with both groups is that they wrongly identify the "great joy" of which the angel spoke. It is found not in the superficial fun but in the deeper meaning of the Christmas season. WHEN Jesus was born, God became a man so that He could save us from our sins (*by dying on a Cross and THEN being raised from the dead on the third (3rd.) day) and give us the joyful prospect of eternity in heaven (providing that we sincerely accept Him personally to come into our heart - that's the AGREEMENT in His Holy word; the Bible). *THAT'S the true reason for joy !
The shepherds went back to the cold nights and loneliness of their vocation, but they were "glorifying and praising God" (verse 20).
The real meaning of Christmas is indeed "good tidings of great joy . . . to all people" (verse 10)." - HVL.
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