Joy is different from happiness.  Did you know that?

Happiness is dependent upon what is «happening.»  It can come and go.  I’ve known people who are not happy unless they have something planned  – something to look forward to.

JOY is only found in the Lord Jesus Christ.  

36 years ago, JOY came into my heart when my eyes were opened to the Truth.  The Gospel message had been shared with me twice during college.  But in January of 1983, after the devastating  loss of my sister-in-law, the Lord opened my eyes and my heart to understand that He sent Jesus, His only Son, for me!

The Lord brought understanding into my heart that I was a sinner. He also imparted to me His desire that I be reconciled to Him. I remember the Christian couple who spoke those precious words to me.  It was as if I was…