Finding Joy in the Chaos
Life can be overwhelming, to say the least. It’s easy to get bogged down in the daily grind, especially when faced with multiple challenges at once. Author Debora Coty affectionately refers to these moments as “dully-funks” – times when joy seems lost amidst the chaos.
The Black Hole of Spiritual Dullness
Imagine being knee-deep in laundry, with a screaming baby in the background, while your other child creates a masterpiece on the bedspread with nail polish. And just as you’re trying to regain control, the phone rings, dinner starts boiling over, and the dog needs to go outside – pronto! It’s no wonder Debora felt like she was stuck in a spiritual rut, devoid of joy.
Rediscovering Joy Through Prayer
But then Debora turned to God in prayer, and everything changed. Through her conversations with her Creator, she began to feel His spirit and joy filling her life once again. As she reflects, “I rediscovered my Papa God’s divinely-orchestrated levity of love all around me.”
Breaking Free from Circumstances
Friend, don’t let circumstances overwhelm you. Remember that God is always available, ready to fill your life with His joy. As James 1:2-3 reminds us, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.”
Talk to God, Find Joy
So the next time you’re facing a “dully-funk,” take a deep breath and talk to God. Let Him breathe His spirit and joy into your life, and rediscover the levity of love that surrounds you.
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