“and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”—2 Corinthians 10:5b

When someone close to us offends us in some way, many of us (that would be me) tend to harbor anger and resentment which will steal our joy.

November 6th will be 12 years since my dad’s passing. When you have a close relationship with your father as I did, you can’t help but miss him.

“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”—Hebrews 13:16

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”—2 Timothy 3:16-17

“He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy.”—Job 8:21(NLT)

Last week, I was fortunate enough to be blessed by a sweet “young” couple who exuded joy and thankfulness to those around them.

“Dear children, let's not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.”—1 John 3:18

“Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”—1 Thessalonians 5:15-18 (NLT)

“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.”—Matthew 7:12 

“For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”— Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”—John 13:34-35