“‘Tis the Season”. A popular phrase used during this time of year. It means different things to different people. For some it’s a time to spend with family to catch up on the past year. Others find themselves alone. For some it’s a time to travel. Others don’t go out as much because of the crowds. For some it’s a week or two of time off because their jobs slow down. Others work overtime because it’s their busiest time of the year. Some celebrate Christmas. Others celebrate other holidays or none at all. Some people struggle to find joy during this season. Others find it to be their happiest time of year.
This season does not have to be the only time more joy shows up. Jesus came so that we can experience joy everyday. How? A popular acronym for joy is Jesus, Others, Yourself. We are all coming from different perspectives during this time of year. We can practice experiencing joy by putting Jesus first. Then take a look around and see if there are others around you struggling with something mentioned above and do something that brings joy to them. You may find something that brings you joy not only today but everyday as you look outside of yourself and bring some joy to others. None of this is possible unless you put Jesus first so you can follow Him and what He wants you to do! Don’t just merely survive the holidays. Put Jesus first, and you will thrive!
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