Thursday, January 16, 2025

smile

 Grateful for unexplained joy

Grateful for life giving breath

Grateful for a new journal


The television is on. Talking heads are arguing.  And yet I’m singing. My joy isn’t dependent on external forces. Fix my eyes on You. Keep loving the people who come in contact with you daily. Your ministry is your smile. My eyes speak more than my lips ever could. 

Love yourself and one another

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19 comments:

  1. JeanieJanuary 16, 2025 at 5:17 AM

    I never thought of that but yes, my ministry IS my smile.

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  2. Pioneer Woman at HeartJanuary 16, 2025 at 5:22 AM

    Thanks for this today. I needed to hear the "love yourself" part this morning.

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  3. AnankaJanuary 16, 2025 at 5:41 AM

    Good to hear :-D

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  4. Lark January 16, 2025 at 6:34 AM

    Love that idea of joy not being dependent on the external. Very true words!

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  5. BetsyJanuary 16, 2025 at 7:37 AM

    Very true. The talking heads try to get us agitated, but God gives us peace.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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  6. Stephanie SullivanJanuary 16, 2025 at 7:59 AM

    "Your ministry is your smile." That is so true, and I try to remember that no matter where I am. I always want others to see Him through me. Happy Thursday!

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  7. Martha Jane OrlandoJanuary 16, 2025 at 8:33 AM

    Smiles are contagious and life-giving, for sure!

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  8. Mary KirklandJanuary 16, 2025 at 9:36 AM

    Find something to smile about each day.

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  9. Ginny HartzlerJanuary 16, 2025 at 10:57 AM

    This is so true, and thanks for reminding us!

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  10. SuzanaJanuary 16, 2025 at 12:16 PM

    I heard in an Youtube, something so nice:
    Smile='Start my internal love engine'...
    All the best, Regine! ❤️😘

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  11. Red Rose AlleyJanuary 16, 2025 at 1:43 PM

    Glad you got a new journal. I have been wanting to get a new one too. I love that last sentence about the eyes. Such wonderful words.

    ~Sheri

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  12. rupam sarmaJanuary 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM

    Beautiful words, Great to read

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  13. HappyKJanuary 16, 2025 at 3:24 PM

    Amen.

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  14. MELODY JACOBJanuary 16, 2025 at 4:15 PM

    What a beautiful and uplifting reminder to focus on the simple joys and to embrace love and positivity in every moment. Grateful for your words today! Wishing you a wonderful weekend, and feel free to check out my latest post at www.melodyjacob.com when you have a chance! 😊💛

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  15. ALLIE NYCJanuary 16, 2025 at 5:22 PM

    The talking heads are arguing LOL, so true. But on the brighter note, the sentiment here is spot on and well said. And I hope you fill up your new journal with wonderful words!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  16. StefaniaJanuary 16, 2025 at 10:15 PM

    Sorridere è una delle cose più belle della vita

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  17. Veronica LeeJanuary 17, 2025 at 3:00 AM

    A smile really can be a ministry, and your reminder to focus on gratitude and love is uplifting, R.

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  18. Rowena @ rolala lovesJanuary 17, 2025 at 1:17 PM

    Grateful for you my friend. Real smiles come from the eyes. That's why people know I'm smiling at them even though I always wear a mask outdoors.

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  19. Lowcarb team memberJanuary 17, 2025 at 1:37 PM

    ... it's always good to smile.

    All the best Jan

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