Instructions:

Read the topic and the Bible verse.

Say a short prayer.

Then complete one of the prompts on your own or with friends or family.

Day 12. Living in Joy 

Read Philippians 4:4-7

⁴ Be glad in the Lord always! Again I say, be glad! ⁵ Let your gentleness show in your treatment of all people. The Lord is near. ⁶ Don’t be anxious about anything; rather, bring up all of your requests to God in your prayers and petitions, along with giving thanks. ⁷ Then the peace of God that exceeds all understanding will keep your hearts and minds safe in Christ Jesus.

Prayer

Fill my heart with trust and praise for you, oh God. Amen

Action step options:

• Spend time today finding joy in the small things. Pay extra attention to those things that are a joyful part of your life every day.

• Take time telling funny stories, jokes, and joyful memories from your past with someone. Enjoy the laughter together.