A Jolt of JoySample

I am not a doctor, but I have a prescription for you! If you are battling depression or sadness, 3 times a day turn on praise and worship music. You might want to lift your hands in worship or just quietly sit and bask in the peace that flows from His presence. For the very brave of heart, let me encourage you to join with David and even dance before the Lord! Take about 5-10 minutes every morning, noon and night and sing along with your CD in heartfelt worship. If one spiritual prescription is not enough for you, try this one: 3 times a day open your Bible and read a verse or two. If you are in the throes of sadness, just start at the beginning of the Book of Psalms and read 3-5 verses in a sitting. Let the Words of the Psalmist roll over your soul and demonstrate their healing power in your life. 3 times a day, spend a few minutes in prayer, praying for someone else. Keep a prayer journal and write down other people's needs and requests. When you give to someone else by praying for them, the blessings and the strength will come rebounding back upon your life. And finally, once a week spend some time serving someone else. Baby-sit for a young mother who needs a mental break. Take a widow out to coffee and listen to her heart. Offer to make a meal for someone who has not been feeling well. Never underestimate the power of kindness. Kindness is the twin sister of joy ... you can't have one without the other!