Proverbs 17:22 "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."
Solomon says happiness and cheer are good for a man. He says it is good medicine implying that cheer may even contribute to good health.
I have lost a bit of my cheer the past few months. I have been so stressed about moving, changing roles at work, and launching a new campus. The stress and pressure has evaporated some of my cheer. I feel it in my body sometimes too. I need to get that joy and cheer back. I need to lighten up and find joy in every circumstance, not stress or concern. I need to find my joy in Christ and in others. Today I am going to go cheer up with my kids!
Dear Jesus, help me find joy and happiness in you and your work. Amen.
