Joyful Jenny Books / Ponder It Blog
Sharing words to ponder for young & old with joy!
We cannot be pitiful and joyful at the same time. I am not always Joyful Jenny. Sometimes I am down with Debbie. I have to spend more time with Jesus on these days. It’s not a quick fix. Perhaps you relate? Sometimes, instead of a praise dance party I have a pity pouting party and that leads to my “Joyful Jenny” name being hypocritical. Self pity always leads me away from the restoration of Joyful Jenny to digressing into the depressive “Debbie Downer” personality for sure.
Joy doesn’t just fall on us. It is like a seed planted within us. The seed of joy must be watered and cultivated in order for this fountain of joy to overflow.
In this new year, do you desire something new? A better you? A better life? A better way of living? What do you do “first” every day? Do you PRAY first or WORRY first? Do you begin your day feasting on FEAR or FAITH? Do you wake up worshiping God with songs of praise or... Continue Reading →
What was the last thing you said to one of your loved ones? Are you okay if that is the last thing they ever hear you speak? We aren't guaranteed tomorrow. Speak life today beloved one. #Speaklife #wordsarepowerful #encourageoneanother #noregrets "You have minds like a snake pit! How do you suppose what you say is... Continue Reading →
#worship & #pray over #worry Desperation breeds either worry or worship. We always have a choice. Worship over worry is the better way! Choose worship and prayer over worry. No, it's not easy! But it works! Usually what's harder and takes more discipline and an act of faith is always harder. That's why so many of... Continue Reading →
The greatest gift of Christmas is not the presents, but rather the GIFT OF GOD'S PRESENCE. As the angel stated in Luke 2:10, this gift brings "NO FEAR," "GOOD NEWS," and "JOY" to all people. This gift is available to all who will receive Jesus. This is why we celebrate CHRISTmas. JESUS IS the reason... Continue Reading →
#morningmanna #breadofLife #wordofGod #ourdailybread Satan tempted Jesus to turn the stones into bread. "Man does not live by bread alone..." was Jesus' response. Jesus could have turned the stones into bread but instead He quotes the truth that we LIVE by EVERY WORD that proceeds from the mouth of God. We live by the truth... Continue Reading →
We come alive in the river! Love this song by @JesusCulture - using it in dance class! #alive #intheriver #thepresenceoftheLord #life #joy #danceintheriver The river is symbolic of God's presence, His Spirit. God's presence alive within us brings LIFE, JOY & STRENGTH. Enter into His presence through thanksgiving and praise and worship today! You will... Continue Reading →
Let us declare our independence from fear of man, bondage to self and the strongholds of addiction, materialism, and sin, and celebrate our dependence on the FATHER OF LIBERTY. The heart of God is freedom. Freedom to be the son or daughter of God you were created in His image to be. The AUTHOR... Continue Reading →
This is a promise of restoration. May The Giver of life and the God of all creation see you through every trial, sickness, and heartache and bring His restoration life to you. The Lord will sustain him upon his sickbed; in his illness, You restore him to health. (Psalm 41:3 NASB) The Lord nurses them when they are sick and... Continue Reading →
Jesus arose & so did many others too! Not only did Jesus arise from the grave, but many other saints arose too! How about you? Is Jesus alive in you today? Everyday is Easter for the Christian! Are you living a resurrected life? Matthew gives the account that the graves were opened, and many bodies... Continue Reading →
Do you need hope, joy and peace? Go to the source of it all - Jesus. Have a happy, hopeful, joyful and peaceful New Year! A Prayer for More in 2016: Thank You, Lord, for giving us more power, passion, and purpose for living through the presence of Your Holy Spirit overflowing within us. We... Continue Reading →
Esau desired food above his birthright, and refused to repent. How many of us are guilty of choosing the temporary pleasures of sin in exchange for God's offer of a covenant position in Christ? Are our "Esau-like" appetites for temporary pleasures causing us to settle for so much less than what God desires to bless us with?... Continue Reading →
Yes, God is a "re"doer of everything in our lives, when we open our hearts in full surrender to Him. God ... - redeems - - removes - - renews - - restores - - refills - - refreshes - - revives - This is not just a one-time thing God does, but, something He continues... Continue Reading →
Life: One complete dosage of Jesus Health: Daily dosage of God's Word My child, pay attention to my words; listen attentively to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your sight, guard them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and healing to one’s entire body. Proverbs 4:20-22 Life is only... Continue Reading →
The enemy of your soul is not playing around, so why are you? It's really naive to think you won't have to "fight the good fight of faith" to hold onto the seeds of revelation truth you have received from the Word of God. The thief, the enemy of your soul (satan, the father of lies,... Continue Reading →
Satan is the author of fear, lies, deception, and destruction. God is the author of faith, truth, freedom, and life. Which author is writing your story? (John 8:44; Revelation 12:9; 1 Peter 5:8; John 10:10; Romans 10:17; Hebrews 12:2; John 14:6; Luke 4:18-19)
Often we avoid, disregard, and even mock and ridicule the people, values, tools, and environments that can help us to really live productive and fulfilling lives that influence not only our own lives, but also the culture in a positive manner, and instead, give more time, respect, applause, and even support to the people, values, and environments that lead to... Continue Reading →
Most people would boldly tell you they are choosing life and would never choose the "way of death". However, when we live our daily lives only by what we think is right or wrong, outside of seeking guidance, knowledge, and wisdom from our Creator God and His Book of Life, we are choosing what seems... Continue Reading →
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