Topic : JOY

Would you believe that a person once accused me because I was 'too happy' as a Pastor. Personally I don't want to be part of a Church where the message is: 'join us and be as misserable as me.' The Christmas message was all about 'joy to the world,' yet so many Christians haven't even got a clue that it's meant for here and now - not just when we leave this life. Why is joy still so unwelcomed in traditional churches; even suspect and viewed with suspicion as false theology? 'There must be something wrong with you!' They think that Jesus lived his life in a solem and serious way; an ispiration to all medival monks for sure - and all seeking approaval for their religious demeanour. One of the readings during the Sundays after Christmas indicated that Jesus grew is favour with God and with all people. I believe that the message spoken by God's holy angels was incarnate in Christ: bringing joy to the world. While on earth, Jesus infected people during his ministry with joy, peace, hope, and healing. Through his Holy Spirit, Christ continues to work through his WORD to bring 'good news' (Gospel) to you and me. Want to find out more about that? Then follower these blogs .... Rev'd