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consider: 10 tips to tackle negative thoughts and feelings

by Joy Lenton 1st April 2019 4 Comments
Chilly feelings of negativity washed over me like waves. I could only consider how bad and insufficient I was, not think about how blessed I am by the grace of God. My soul sank into mud and stuck fast. How do we shake those feelings off? Here’s a suggestion. “Consider …
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led: how being guided helps us see the way ahead

by Joy Lenton 18th March 2019 8 Comments
Not many of us like to be led. We prefer to rely on ourselves, thank you very much, using our brains, battered guide book, rusty compass and trusty map, or maybe our i-pad. It can’t be that hard to find the way, can it? Well… sometimes it is. Before long, …
led - how being guided helps us see the way ahead - nighttime - directions - ipad @wordsofjoy.me
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release: discover greater soul freedom during Lent

by Joy Lenton 4th March 2019 4 Comments
Friend, I’m curious about something. I’d like to know what, if anything, you are considering giving up for Lent? What might you release for 40 days? Maybe it’s chocolate, time spent on social media, persistent bad habits, or trying to limit those things you might be hooked on. Because self-denial …
release - discover greater soul freedom during Lent - birds freed from a cage @wordsofjoy.me
life and faith living with M.E

lament: paving the way for help and healing

by Joy Lenton 18th February 2019 8 Comments
There is benefit to be gained from practising biblical lament. It’s often wise to look back and question where we’re at before we can move forward again with hope, courage and confidence. Because it helps us to process what is troubling our souls and learn from the mistakes we have …
lament - acknowledging our pain helps us move forward - dark and light @wordsofjoy.me
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apocalypse: the advent of Christ’s second coming to earth

by Joy Lenton 4th February 2019 6 Comments
Thoughts about a forthcoming Apocalypse have influenced filmmakers for years and captivated audiences. Apocalyptic end of life scenarios played out before our eyes can trigger reactive fear, self-protectiveness, defensiveness, isolationism and hoarding of any resources we deem indispensable should the worst happen. If we seek a biblical perspective on it …
apocalypse - the advent of Christ's second coming to earth @wordsofjoy.me
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