We Christians can sometimes be a joyless lot, preoccupied with maintaining our dignity. Thats an odd attitude, though, since were joined to a God who has given us His wonderful gift of joy and laughter.
Its okay to have fun! Each family expresses it in different ways, of course. Im thankful that our house has been a house of laughter. Water fights, good-natured (albeit stiff) competition, gentle ribbing, and hilarity came easily to us. Laughter has been a gift of Gods goodness that carried us through some of lifes darkest days. The joy of the Lord has often been our refuge (Neh. 8:10).
When King David brought the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem from the house of Obed-Edom, he danced with all his might before the Lord (2 Sam. 6:14). The Hebrew word has the idea of joyful exuberance and is akin to our expression kick up your heels. In fact, in verse 16 it says that David was leaping and whirling. Michal, Davids wife, felt that his antics were unbecoming to the dignity of a king and reacted with stern severity. Davids response was to announce that he would become even more undignified (v.22). His spirit was buoyant and he felt as light as a feather.
Take time to laugh! (Eccl. 3:4).
It does indeed Mayor!
Thank you as always for our daily bread & may it nourish our souls. *hugs*
Thanks, Mayor, for today’s sustenance for body and soul.