The Joy of Disappointment

I'm feeling disappointed this week:

• in myself.
• in others.
• in unkind strangers.
• in outcomes
• in circumstances.
• in "leaders."

Is there anything that can satisfy my human desire to be happy all the time?
Of course not, Laurs.

But there is always joy.  Always.
Will I choose it?
Will I remember that joy is an attitude, not a feeling--that feelings are fickle but joy is steadfast?
Will I dwell on the truth that Jesus is so much more powerful and worthwhile than my disappointments; and that He uses even those discouragements to strengthen and shape me into the person He wants me to be for His glory?
Will I confidently walk on, one step at a time, trusting that He leads even when I can't see the path up ahead?
Will I be grateful for Kingdom success over the world's idea of success?
Will I dry my tears (or not) and free-fall into the unknown, believing I'll land beautifully in an ocean of grace and mercy and redemption?

Joy!  It's an amazing gift!  But I must choose it.
And choose it I will.  At least I will do my best to.

Will you join me?

 

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