Quotes about Joy

I do a medley of hymns in all of my sets, whether I'm in an arena, in a theater, in an amusement park.

I'm so happy with 'Grease' and 'Xanadu,' particularly because of the music in both films.

Life can be difficult, so have fun whenever you can to the glory of God.

True spirituality frees us to live joyfully in the present.

We are not called by God to die to the "good" parts of who we are. God never asked us to die to the healthy desires and pleasures of life—to friendships, joy, art, music, beauty, recreation, laughter, and nature. God plants desires in our hearts so we will nurture and enjoy them. Often these desires and passions are invitations from God, gifts from him. Yet somehow we feel guilty unwrapping these presents.

Blessed is he who expects nothing," said Francis of Assisi, "for he shall enjoy everything.

Scripture's commands to "rejoice in the Lord always" (Philippians 4:4)

What kinds of activities bring me joy and delight? What truly replenishes me?

Play and Recreation The key here is to engage in activities that are pure and healthy and that breathe life into you.

delighting in what we have been given.

Like the creation, man's games are an expression of freedom . . . for playing relates to the joy of the creator with his creation and the pleasure of the player with his game. Like creation, games combine sincerity and mirth, suspense and relaxation. The player is wholly absorbed in his game and takes it seriously, yet at the same time he transcends himself and his game, for it is after all only a game.22

Maturity in life is when someone is living joyfully within their God-given limits.