Years ago I first learned about the connection between gratitude, contentment, and joy from Teri Maxwell's small but powerful book called Homeschooling With a Meek and Quiet Spirit. I've often tried to remember these "offensive" tools as I struggle through days of not having a meek and … [Read more...] about How to Harness the Power of the Discipline of Gratitude
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Choose Joy Today
Did you notice the name of my blog? I Choose Joy. I thought of that name years ago, but don’t remember why it seemed so poignant at the time. I think God gave me those words. And since then, He has used it over and over in my life to convict me. You see, I don't always choose joy. I have no … [Read more...] about Choose Joy Today
