1 When the LORD restored his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream!
2 We were filled with laughter,and we sang for joy. And the other nations said,"What amazing things the LORD has done for them."
3 Yes, the LORD has done amazing things for us!What joy!
Loving God, Glorious King, My Father-
I am rejoicing that You are not a God of sadness, but the Lord of joy. Thank You for the gift of laughter. I respectfully recognize that You are a holy, reverent, authoritative Judge. I also know, at the end of the day, You are a loving Father with a lighter side who comes home to play and amuse His children. You created us for Your pleasure. Along with the dark realities of sin, suffering and death, there is lighthearted laughter, and liveliness. Throughout Your Holy Book, there are celebrations and laughter. Feasts, parties, reunions, and weddings abound in Your Kingdom. There is always an occasion to celebrate!
It is an honor to celebrate each other’s victories over sin! It is our way of thanking You for the great things You have done. Our hearts dance and leap for joy when a lost sibling returns home. Love trickles from the water jug when You perform miracles before our very eyes. Your home is not always sober and solemn. It is often a delightful place of amusement, excitement, and enjoyment. As Your beloved children, we have the right to play, pray and laugh together! Being in Your family is a lot of fun. With so many brothers and sisters, there is never a dull moment. There is always someone hilarious around to lift our spirits and warm our hearts with laughter. Humor is the healing balm that covers hidden hurts and heartache.
God, please give me grace to adopt a lighter attitude and see the funny side of every day situations. With a light heart, I will be resilient when times are tough. Anger and anxiety will dissipate when I exert enthusiasm, excitement and energy. Use my sense of humor to be a living testimony to the joy of being in Your family. Infect the unbelievers I meet today with a contagious chuckle. When I laugh with them, our hearts will bond. They will want to join in the party when they see the fun we have together because of Jesus. Amen.
Imagine! Christians can have fun! Have a good belly laugh with someone today … it’s likely to be contagious!
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