We are already halfway through Advent. It seems hard to believe, doesn’t it? This Sunday we will light the pink candle – the candle of Joy. Have you ever taken a moment to think about what brings you joy? I’m not talking about happiness, but deep-down, utter joy.
I remember as a child, singing the chorus, I’ve Got the Joy. Do you remember? The words went like this:
I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy – down in my heart.
WHERE? Down in my heart!
WHERE? Down in my heart!
I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy – down in my heart.
Down in my heart to stay.
And I’m so happy, so very happy.
I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart.
And I’m so happy, so very happy.
I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart.
What brings you joy this Advent season? I hope it goes beyond presents, Christmas trees, and pretty lights. My prayer is that your joy comes from having “the love of Jesus in your heart.”
-Pastor Jane