Being Nice vs. Being Kind

Being Nice vs. Being Kind

It’s May and here at Joy99 we are focusing on KINDNESS! Have you ever thought about the difference between being nice and being kind? Perhaps you use those words interchangeably. They are actually very different. We are never asked to be nice in scripture....
God is so Good!

God is so Good!

“God is so good!” How many times have you heard that declared in response to an answered prayer? So often, right? Yes, God is so good. Of course! But what if God didn’t choose to answer our prayer in the manner which we had hoped? Does that make him...
God is so Good!

God is a Consuming Fire

Holiness is an essential part of God’s nature. God’s holiness and purity are part of God’s goodness and beauty. Holiness is God’s essence. Holiness is a divine attribute. God is pure. There is no sin, evil or darkness in God. The Bible proclaims the holiness of God...
Funny Face Kissing Game

Funny Face Kissing Game

My husband and I have a friend, John, who is going through a difficult time. My husband asked me, “Is it ok if I invite John over? I don’t know if he’ll want to talk about it, but we can be there for him.” I said, “Absolutely.” John came over and we sat together for...
God is so Good!

Fullness of Joy

Several years ago, I dealt with a health issue that caused me to have chronic pain. You couldn’t see the issue, but I could feel it 24 hours a day 7 days a week. It was awful. I’ve never experienced pain that debilitating in my life. To give you a frame of reference,...
Choose PEACE

Choose PEACE

There is always something hard in life, isn’t there? Your kid has a rash. You’re stressed at work. A friend is moving away. Your marriage is on the rocks. You’re strapped financially. You can’t sleep at night. No matter the season, there is always a struggle. I’ve...