Go! Joshua Go!

Be your own cheerleader

One evening our thirty month old son was riding his red tricycle in our living room.
Up and down the room he went, knocking over just about any small item in his way.
He caught my attention as he was pedaling with such great force and determination and you would almost believe he was a contender in a race.

Soon his enthusiasm soared and he began shouting with excitement, “Go Joshua Go!”
Recognizing that he had won the attention of everyone in the house he shouted even more, “Go Joshua Go!”

Soon his excitement was felt and shared by all. This small act of enthusiasm and passion in motion was able to light up the entire room.

The bible tells us in 1 Samuel 30:6 “And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.”

Shortly after King David encouraged himself, he got up and went to battle and had one of the greatest victories for the army of Israel.

Be your own cheerleader

There will be times when you must tap into the strength that God has already given you; the strength that lies within and is quickened whenever it is tested.

Be your own cheerleader as you face life’s challenges.
This is by no means underestimating the power of working together or fellowshipping among the brethren. It speaks to a time when you must become so excited and determined to move forward you will be able to affect and lift the spirits of those who too may be burdened down or greatly distressed.

Be your own cheerleader as you go about your way, you are bound to find new strength and drive to go forward.

Happiness v Joy

Happiness is me going after my dreams, my fantasies and wishes and usually leaves me with guilt or regrets.

Joy is me going after God’s dreams, his plan and purpose for my life and usually leaves me with a song in my heart even if I am in prison