Joy Dare: Day 8-14

#22. that moment when His word shines as a lamp in the moment when need it most, when the path is at its darkest.
#23. a reflection of thankfulness - a thank you when you least expect it, from the person from whom you expect it the least, and the joy catches you by surprise.
#24. shadows of things past, reflecting on happy days that bring a smile to ones face.
#25. an unexpected thank you card with a sweet note and gift. what a way to make someones day.
#26. peeking in the oven, and that new recipe has come out rather well. so happy to avoid a potential major disaster.
#27. my brothers and sisters in Christ, eating together, singing together, playing together, learning together, laughing together. precious moments indeed.
#28. cancelling the ball the day before. a sour moment indeed, but such a gift because it worked out so much better. so thankful He worked it all out.
#29. little ones coming up and hugging you, saying "i love you". such a bright spot in a day.
#30. parents that offer guidance that sometimes tastes sweet, sometimes tastes sour, yet always right and for my best.
#31. the sun rising above the horizon. every day a gift, every hour a blessing, every breath a gracious mercy from Him.
#32. a caution light staying lit just long enough for you to squeeze by, such a mercy when one is running late.
#33. finding gas at a fantastic price while the cost begins to rise once again.
#34. a roof above my head keeping me dry.
#35. the beautiful wood floor my parents bought for the kitchen just 'cause I love wood floors.
#36. my sister and younger brother, belting out Les Mis songs with me as we ride in the car.
#37. heat blasting through the vents - so thankful to have heat in my car on blistery days like this.
#38. laughter bouncing off the wall, so happy to see everyone enjoying themselves.
#39. fine music coming together in harmony, sounding so wonderful.
#40. abundance of food thanks to multiple contributes.
#41. so close to paying the musicians the amount mentioned - so grateful for the generous donations.
#42. being reminded through His word how His love never changes. how hard for us to imagine and so comforting to know.
#43. passing by the scene of a car wreck, being reminded how gracious God is every time we get behind the wheel. sometimes we don't think about it until it is taken away.
#44. running late, and discovering everyone else is running late too so it all works out anyway.

Until next week ~ have a wonderful Sabbath, and a joy-filled week!