(This was a neighbor's yard decoration at Christmas... can't believe I forgot to share it with y'all in Dec... but it works with how I am feeling today!)I am feeling so happy today.... and I know what it is... it's called "the joy of the Lord"! I was diagnosed (yet again) with pnuemonia... this time it's in my right lung..... and I'm not feeling my best physically...had a steroid shot and an antibiotic shot and pills...
BUT!
The Joy of the Lord is my strength.......
and I have Peace that passes understanding!
I'm so thankful today that the joy, peace and happiness I feel in my soul..... is not predicated by circumstances.... because it's given to me by my Wonderful, Amazing, Loving, Wise, God...
One reason for joy.... no matter the circumstance.... is promises such as this scripture on my heart today: Isaiah 41:10 "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; For I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea I will help thee, yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
Isn't God good? And I know with certainty He will bring me through this pnuemonia.....
BUT!
The Joy of the Lord is my strength.......
and I have Peace that passes understanding!
I'm so thankful today that the joy, peace and happiness I feel in my soul..... is not predicated by circumstances.... because it's given to me by my Wonderful, Amazing, Loving, Wise, God...
One reason for joy.... no matter the circumstance.... is promises such as this scripture on my heart today: Isaiah 41:10 "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; For I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea I will help thee, yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
Isn't God good? And I know with certainty He will bring me through this pnuemonia.....
I don't have any doubt that He will bring you through this my dear friend. I love how you love the Lord!!!
ReplyDeleteHey Bobbi, there's a song we sing at my Church "I've got a feeling everything is gonna be alright" and that's how I feel today....
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by with encouragement....
Big hugs for you, dear friend!
Jenni
I am so sorry to hear that you are sick , Jenni, I will be praying for you. Please take care of yourself. God is our refuge and strength.
ReplyDeleteMuch love,
Sue
Thanks for praying for me, Sue dear! I really appreciate it....
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jenni
O, I am sorry for you. Illness is terrible but when the Lord is with you yo're not alone.
ReplyDeleteLove the last bible-verse, thank you.
Hello, there, new friend Indy... thanks for the encouragement!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jenni
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ReplyDeleteOh Jenni, I am so sorry you are doing so well. Prayer is the answer and that is what I will do for you, dear friend. Hugs...Lu
ReplyDeleteHi Dear Jenni, just came back hopeing you were feeling better, but see you are not posting yet. I will continue to pray for you and I am sending you special blessings...Lu
ReplyDeleteThank you, sweet friend Lu! I appreciate the prayers, and am doing so much better!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Jenni