Day 14

Day 14 Focus: Joy is Contagious and Inclusive.

March 5, 2026 Thursday

Pause and reread the list of people who bring you joy!  O write out a list of people who always make you smile.

Read the scripture adaptation and discern what word or phrase catches your interest: 

Adapted from Zephaniah 3: 14-20.  I Shout for Joy.  I rejoice and exalt with all of my heart.  Lord, You take away Your judgments against me; You clear away my enemies.  I fear disasters no more!  I am not afraid because You, Lord, are in my midst like a victorious warrior.  You bring exultation and joy. You are quiet in Your love. Here are Your promises, Oh Lord, which I claim today.  You save the lame and gather the outcast, You turn shame into praise and renown, You bring everyone in, and You restore fortunes before our eyes.   I sing praises to Your holy name.  Amen

Write down what brings you joy.

My greatest joy comes when I can participate enthusiastically in the lives of family and friends. The part of the prayer today that touches my heart is how God wants to “bring everyone in.” I remember as a child walking through my neighborhood praying for the people in every home. Joy, it seems to me, unites us—and celebrates each person’s success. My grandson, Jack, was the ring bearer at a family wedding with me, and he took that job seriously. I have a picture of the two of us discussing how we both wanted to do the best job to honor the bride and groom. When you think about joy—I wonder if you, too, feel a sense of inclusive reverence. I would love to know what brings you joy!