Joy!
"Count it all joy when you meet trials of various kinds" James 1:2
This photo was Trey at one of his countless hospital appointments, Strawberry Shortcake tea set by side, computer game capturing his attention, colorful Fibber nose confidently in place....awaiting chemo, or a test or the results of one of his many scans. Did Trey look worried? Um, not one bit. Why? Why could he count it all joy?!? (Well, almost all joy - he did have a few small fits here and there!) :)
Trey could live a life of joy because he always had at least one of his parents by his side. He trusted them. He believed in their love and devotion. He loved the attention of the doting staff. He loved the love he gave and received wherever he went. Trey looked for and expected joy. How are you doing with that?
God's love, attention, and provision should enable us to "count it all joy" also, but as adults it is a lot more difficult to remember and process that concept. Try and take one tiny little baby step today. Look for the silver lining that God may be providing for you in your dismal circumstances. Through prayer or time spent with a dear friend, crawl up in to your Heavenly Daddy's lap and tell Him all about your terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Sing a song of praise - out loud! Go for a walk and thank God for this beautiful springtime. And maybe, just maybe, for that brief moment, you may think like Trey and his colorful nose....and find joy! :)
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