I have seen godly mothers who have a joyful disposition. They are happy despite pain, trouble or heartache. They take everything to God and they praise Him throughout the day.
I am on a quest to find this same happiness. It is a daily journey. I constantly trip, fall into the mud of misery, and am beaten by hailstorms. I cry at the drop of a hat. I "take a break" in the middle of conflict because I am not strong enough to remain in the battle, without dropping from sheer exhaustion.
I have been puzzled all day, trying to find that ever-present joy. Where is that state of calm that provides peace? I keep battling my own "ways" and "thoughts" and "wisdom."
When an unfair trial comes, I get stubborn and dwell on injustice. Rather than using the opportunity to serve in humility.
When something unthinkable happens to my family, I fall into a depression. Rather than praying to God to help me nurse their wounds.
Where was the part about my dying to self?
Of course, then I think - "I am only one person! How can so much weight be placed on my shoulders?"
Then I remember that I am trying to do it all alone. . . Again.
How do we find joy in a sin-filled world?
How can we cheer up our brothers and live in the sunshine (as the old hymn goes)?
This is where daily laboring in memorizing Scripture and hymns becomes invaluable. Just like I am sometimes on auto-pilot when I drive or do housework, the Word of God will automatically be brought to mind at just the right time to give me the strength, wisdom and the joy I need to get through the daily storms.
May God help me never to forget this essential lesson!
John 15:10 - 11
Blessings
Mrs. White
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