Secret to True Happiness

At the core of human existence is a desire for happiness. People do all kinds of crazy things, sometimes even destructive things looking for personal satisfaction and joy in life. 

I sit here in chronic pain and with one arm; yet, I am happy. There is a secret to my happiness that I need to share. It is simple but true. We have a mighty God who wants us to live abundantly (John 10:10) with lives filled with joy (Romans 15:13; Galatians 5:22-23). 

I ask God to fill me with the Holy Spirit daily. Each morning I get up and pray while I do my mirror therapy (used to control phantom pain because I want my brain to work so I refuse drugs).

It is during this time that I ask for the Holy Spirit to fill me and direct my steps and path for the day. Lately, like Elisha of the Old Testament, I ask for a double portion. I do this not only because of the times we are living in but because I know that joy will follow.

So if you are seeking happiness and purpose no matter what is going on around you then ask for the Holy Spirit. God denies no good gift from His children (Psalms 84:11) and being happy is a very good gift. All we need to do is ask.

May you continue to be blessed in your life journey! <3 Holly 

Be Thankful in Everything!

I always have loved spring. This spring of 2022 is extra special because Tuesday this week I celebrate five years of being cancer-free! 

Five years is a goal line for all cancer patients to get to. There is nothing that I can I say but, "Thank you, Lord!"

May all the glory for my preserved life go to God!

1 Thessalonians 5:16- 18 says, " Rejoice evermore. Pray without creasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." KJV

After being bluntly told three times that my life was over, I am humbled by the fact that God had different plans.

Life is not perfect. I still struggle with nerve damage from chemo, the phantom pain from my amputation, and waning levels of energy; however, I praise the Lord for the wonderful gift of extending the days that God has provided me. So in everything, I will give thanks. I am able to work, I enjoy my family and friends, I participate in my community, I dance with joy, and the best gift of all is that I get to tell others how much God loves them!

This evening as I looked out the window, I could not help admiring the beauty of the sky as the spring sun reflected in the clouds creating a stunning glow. Our southern Alberta snow has melted teasing us with the prospect of an early spring yet I am sure we will be blessed by the moisture of a spring snowstorm most likely at an inconvenient time. However, there is one thing that I have learned is to trust in God's timing. He has each of us surrounded by angels and in the palm of His mighty hand if that is where we wish to be. 

May we always, "Rejoice evermore. Pray without creasing. In everything give thanks".

Blessings and hugs, Holly