9: Choosing Joy

In this episode, Jim shares about choosing joy in spite of our circumstances.

“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24

“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” – Psalm 16:11

“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” – Proverbs 17:22 (ESV)

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.”  – Proverbs 17:22 (NLT)

Additional Verses:

“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit,” – Romans 14:17

 “…And do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10

“looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2

Powerful song with great lyrics! If you have time, check it out! Be blessed!