The funny thing about joy, the kind of joy C.S. Lewis spent his life talking about, is that its not dependent on circumstances, money, or even one's potential. It's about recognizing the magic of our day to day lives. Seeing every blessing and nurturing it into a joy that lasts. Joy is daily wonder.
I have been given the seeds of joy. I have a wonderful boyfriend who makes me reconsider my attitudes. I have a wonderful friend who just happens to be my roommate. I have a job where I'm not treated like dirt. A community of Christ-seeking people have really blossomed around me this summer. God is here. It's been so long since I let myself become vulnerable enough to recognize that He is here and He wants to transform me and everyone else. And He's doing great things in all of our lives. And I'm excited.
I wrote a poem Sunday night. I also sang a worship song while Matt played his guitar. Both gave me a peace and a hope. All is not lost. Nothing has degraded.
Joy motivates us, in the end, to fulfill Christ's message of hope and love for others. Our potential is given to us. We don't find worth in doing it alone.
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