Pause: A Month of Joy in Five Minutes a DaySample

Proclaim

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” (Phil. 4:4-5)

Prompt

Living the life of a world-changer is wrought with ups and downs, but the key to weathering that roller coaster ride is simple: live in joy.

It’s really the only way to deal with setbacks and tough seasons. After all, that’s what scripture tells us in James 1:2-4:

“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”

Smile. Love. Give. Share.

Make a commitment right now to choose JOY in all circumstances today. I know people might say things, treat you poorly, the stock market could go down, you could get dumped, you could find your car with a flat, all kinds of stuff could happen. No matter what, choose joy!

Prod

When you encounter a trial today, say it out loud: I CHOOSE JOY!

Practice with me right now, repeat after me, I CHOOSE JOY! (Your turn!)

Praise

Listen to “How He Loves” by Jesus Culture

Pray

Jesus, you’re my joy. No matter what, no matter when, I find my joy completely in you. Thank you for loving me like you do. Thank you for caring about everything I care about. Thank you. Period. Amen.