Joy #58 & 59 - Painting nails and "Friends"

So I wasn't near my computer at all yesterday, so here is yesterday's and today's post!

#58 Today I found joy in painting nails. It's something very simple, but it makes a girl feel pretty. You know?

#59 Today I found joy in watching the show "Friends". Laughing is probably one of my most favorite things to do. And watching that show makes me laugh SO HARD. Never a dull moment :)

Joy #57 - Joy in the midst of a storm

#57
Today was my beautiful Aunt Cindy's funeral. I really wish that I could have been there today with my family.  :( I miss you Auntie. I am going to miss getting all your texts and pictures. I miss you :( :( :(
I will still find joy in Him.

A classic, but a great song.


I was sure by now,God, that You would have reached down
and wiped our tears away,
stepped in and saved the day.
But once again, I say amen
and it's still raining
as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain,
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away.

Chorus:
And I'll praise you in this storm
and I will lift my hands
for You are who You are
no matter where I am
and every tear I've cried
You hold in your hand
You never left my side
and though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

I remember when I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry to You
and raised me up again
my strength is almost gone how can I carry on
if I can't find You
and as the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
and as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise
the God who gives and takes away

I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth
I lift my eyes onto the hills
where does my help come from?

Joy #56- Joy in lonliness

#56
Tonight I was very lonely. For no other reason than me just feeling sorry for myself. I was on my hall for quiet hours and my lovely roomie was out with her sister. And I just got selfish. A lot of the girls on the hall were busy and I was just really wishing I could go out and do something fun (preferably with a boyfriend that I don't currently have). It was tough. But you know what? A night in was needed, especially since I know my schedule is going to get really really hectic in a few weeks. And it really taught me that when I am lonely, I really shouldn't be. Because as cliche' as this sounds, I have the Lord. I really do. He is all I need and that alone should make me be content. But as easy as that sounds, it is VERY hard to be content sometimes.
Sigh. But I am working towards it. Sorry, this post didn't end very joyful, did it?

Joy #55-Campus Church

(Sorry that I am posting these a little behind!)
#55
Today I found joy in Campus church. I love campus church on Wednesday night. The messages are always great and the worship music is just a great time for me to push everything out and focus on giving glory to the one person who deserves it. A lot of students gave their life to Christ tonight and that is just AMMMMAZZZZIINNNNNNG. God should get all the glory for everything, He is so great, NO MATTER WHAT.

Joy #54 - Joy in relaxing schedules

#54

Today I found joy in my schedule. This semester I have the easiest schedule ever. I have LOTS of free time and I love it. Gives me time to just relax and unwind after a busy summer.

I am excited to see what God has in store for me this semester :)

Joy #53 - Joy in trials

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.  Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. -James 1: 2- 5

Need I say more?

Joy #52 - Joy in new things

#52

I'm back!!!! I had an awesome summer, an awesome week and a half of RA training and an AWESOME time at my twin sister's wedding. Life has been crazy! But now that I am back and finally settled in I am continuing my journey to find joy for 365 days (now not 365 consecutive days hahaha, but that's okay!)

Today I found joy in new things. I feel that I am at a new stage of my life, where there is a lot of changes happening. I can't really fully explain it, but I know that God is in complete control and that I need to relax and give everything I have to Him.

I love new. :)