Joy, joy, joy, sing for joy, shout for joy, worship the King, the source of joy!
I just read a psalm I wrote two years ago about joy. Even though I wasn’t experiencing joy at the time of the reading; by the time I finished, I wanted to write about joy. Here’s the psalm:
I will sing for joy to Him who loves me. With shouts of exultation I will give Him glory. He has strengthened me with His joy. He comes with hope and the light of morning. He arises in my heart with joyful singing. Praise His holy name!

How true it is that what we focus on, we become. This truth encourages the heart to pursue that which we desire to possess or that which we don’t want in our life. It is important to think about what we are thinking about:
- Where’s my focus?
- Does my calendar, and resource expenditure reflect what I desire?
- What needs to be in my life?
- What needs to be re-prioritized?
- What do I feel called to?
If your focus has been fuzzy, or you have veered away from your purpose, things will become clear as you answer these questions. As we head into 2020, I pray God’s vision will be clarified in each of us. That we will pursue what He has placed in our hands with joy and a heart to please Him.
God bless you as you focus on His unique plans for your life of love and service.
Blessings,
Jacquie ♥

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Focus is so important.
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Amen. Blessings to you Barb ♥
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Thank you Barb ♥
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Perfect post for me.
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Blessings to you Lydia as you pursue your studies and His calling. ♥
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That means a lot! Thanks. ❤
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Focus is vital. There are so many opportunities to get sidetracked. I always try to remember that quality is more important than quantity, and pray for direction so I make right choices.
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So true. Your words make me think of living wisely by building our foundation on the ROCK, and not on shifting sand. Blessings ♥
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What a great reminder and I love your psalm! Beautiful words!
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Thank you Collene ♥
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Love your poem what a lovely flow of words. Focus is something I’ve been refining – saying no to commitments that side track me from my goals – and digging in deeper where I feel my path is leading. All the while praying for direction, and finding joy. Good post!
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We are on such an adventure! I’m digging deeper too, and finding direction I wouldn’t have guessed. Blessings as you walk by faith!
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Amen. Wonderful psalms. The joy of the Lord is our strength. Praise the Lord. Thank you for these encouraging words.
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We truly serve an equipping God, and I am grateful. Blessings Beverley ♥
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Excellent post! Thank you!
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It’s my joy. Blessings!
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Thanks for this beautiful reminder 🙂
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Blessings to you Heidi, and thanks for stopping by ♥
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Also, I just re-followed you as for some reason you dropped off my list. So good to read today’s post. I loved reading your husband’s prayers. ♥
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Thank you Matthew ♥
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Thank you for sharing this post Matthew ♥
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So well said……I know so many people who have chosen the word JOY this year. Yes what we focus on the most, we become. May we keep our focus on the LORD JESUS, all that HE is and all that HE has done for us as sinners. Keep the focus on the Cross!!
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Amen. I’m looking forward to all the Lord has in store for this year. As we lean into and depend on His leading we will see great things. Blessings to you and your family 💕
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Same to you too! I like that……lean in, grow closer and we can learn more!! Blessings dear one.
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Jacquie, your questions go well with my vision of “Sharpen My Focus.” I will put them to use. Thank you for sharing. God’s peace!
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It’s always a joy. Blessings!
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