Reflection

“Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day.”
~ Henri Nouwen

Prayer

Joyful Lord,

Often in life, we can find ourselves waiting for good things to happen to us, things that will make us happy or that will bring us joy. And yet, we know that joy is not something that happens to us. It is something we choose. Fill our hearts with courage, Lord, that we might be brave enough to choose joy each day. Bless us with a spirit of openness that we might live each day in the light of your abundant grace. Amen.  

Call to Action

What one action can I take, or commitment can I make today, that will give me the courage to choose joy each day?