A smile reflects a joyous heart, for unlike happiness which is dependent upon favorable external conditions, joy is something that is much deeper and really reflects an inward state of the heart and soul. When Jesus was in the Upper Room at the last supper, and facing Calvary He said to the disciples:"Be of good cheer." What was about to happen to Him did not quench His joy which had its foundation in His relationship with the Father. He said" I have overcome the world." Make sure you have at least one laugh or smile every day. Even if you are disappointed in something, don't lose the ability to smile, laugh and see the humor in things. It's a great gift, it's free, and it can happen at any time! Jesus said" " My joy I give unto you...and no man taketh it away. And with that joy comes a smile that radiates and is infectious. A Boston newspaper once printed this item:"The day was dark and gloomy, but Phillip Brooks walked down through Newspaper Row and all was bright." The world needs more Phillip Brooks or perhaps it just needs more of a smile from you, a smile that has its foundation in our personal relationship with Jesus Christ the giver of abundant life and unspeakable joy.
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