A Plan for the Rainy Days of the Soul

We all have them. Rainy days of the soul. Because we live in a fallen, broken world, it’s just a part of it. Oh but to gaze at the Savior and be reminded of our FUTURE HOPE that one day there WILL be a day with no rainy days of the soul! Praise Him!

Until that day, we need a PLAN. We need to do some battle. Find our armor. Replace the lies with truth.

Choosing joy can be hard. But it can also be simple. Let’s make a list together of the “little things” that bring us joy. I say “little,” but we all know that these little things do bring us moments of joy. And moments of joy lead to a grateful heart and a content spirit.

“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” William Arthur Ward

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A Plan for the Rainy Days of the Soul

The Simple Joys

What are the “little things” that bring you joy? Joy is a fruit of the Spirit…let’s seek it, choose it, fight for it!

What would you add to this list?

• Memorize Philippians 4:8 (grab this free printable)
• Meditate on a Psalm
• Memorize an encouraging passage of Scripture
• Turn on praise music
• Have a dance party in your kitchen
• Read a chapter in a great fiction book
• Go for a walk
• Exercise
• Have a cup of hot tea or coffee
• Walk outside even for a few moments of fresh air
• Text a friend
• Call a friend
• Write a thank you note to bless someone else
• Meet a friend for coffee or lunch
• Watch a favorite feel-good movie
• Serve someone else
• Pray
• Speak the  Name of Jesus aloud
• Turn on your diffuser with happy, mood boosting essential oils (citrus or joy blend!)
• Open a bottle of frankincense or joy, take a deep breath and breathe it in
• Write down 3 things you’re thankful for
• Start a gratitude journal if you don’t have one
• Let someone know you are thankful for them
• Drink more water
• Eat clean, healthy foods
• Get out of the house for a little while
• Have a small piece of dark chocolate
• Tell someone you love them
• Preach the gospel to our own hearts (Jesus is the GOOD NEWS)

40 Days of Praise

I’ve been going using the books 31 Days of Praise and 40 Days to a Joy Filled Life. Both such great books for helping us to change our focus and mindset.