Joy is on the horizon
Jesus, be my comfort.
On Wednesdays we wear a garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. Isaiah 61:3 (Mean Girls Version)
"The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble." - Nahum 1:7
Run to the Father
Memorial Day. All gave some, some gave all.
"Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." - Joshua 1:9
Let my tears lead me to the Comforter of my soul.
Give God your best. Give God your worst.
There can be joy in spite of the sorrow
Sorrow may last for the night, but joy comes in the morning.
It may not all be good, but God is good.
Verses to remember when you're feeling sad. (1) The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. - Deuteronomy 31:8 (2) For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for peace and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. - Jeremiah 29:11 (3) Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. - Matthew 11:28 (4) Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. - Psalm 23:4 (5) The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. - Psalm 34:18
"But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high." - Psalm 3:3
✅ Tired ✅ Weary Come to Jesus
Joy doesn't depend on your circumstances
Sadness
See from His head, His hands, His feet, sorrow and love flow mingled down.
"He will restore, support, and strengthen you." - 1 Peter 5:10
It's okay to not be okay
Man of sorrows, Lamb of God, By His own betrayed
"Restore to me the joy of your salvation." - Psalm 51:12
There will be joy in the morning. If it's not good, then He's not done
There's joy in the morning!
