When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy. I have photographed many amazing things - beautiful sunrises, crashing waves, high mountain overlooks. I am grateful for these times. But I have also photographed along familiar trails with no spectacular scenery. It was one of those trails that I walked last week. It is not a busy trail, especially late in the day this time of year, so it was a quiet time. As I walked on the trail my focus was gradually shifted from worries and cares to the beauty of the woods. With the quietness of the woods came a sense of peace. And after the peace came a quiet joy.
Many times when choirs sing the chorus of the Christmas carol, “How Great Our Joy,” the choir alternates between singing the same phrase loudly and then softly. I think joy is like that. Sometimes joy is crashing waves and amazing sunrises. We just want to sing out loud. There are other times when joy is quiet like a simple walk in the woods. Wherever you walk this day, spectacular vistas or quiet walkways, open your heart to God’s love. Feel the joy only He can bring. Prayer God, Joy-Giver, Make us aware of your presence today. Fill our hearts with your joy. Amen
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Pam H
12/18/2023 07:21:14 pm
Exactly! Love the light shining through the trees. That's a beautiful spot and you captured it in a lovely moment!
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