God's Joy Completes Your's

On our way home from doing Vacation Bible School, all of us felt this indescribable peace, joy and contentment that follows after doing God's work. The long drive home seemed short in comparison to the drive down. Our happiness came from God! That is the only way I can explain it. There is no greater delight and satisfaction that comes from knowing God is pleased. It is the same feeling one experiences when one chooses to do right over wrong, decides to sacrifice for the good of others, determines to forgive those who have hurt us deeply, or makes an effort to love the unlovely.

"I have told you this, so that My joy may be in you

and that your joy may be complete."

John 15:11

Having God's joy is so much more satisfying and complete than experiencing joy that comes from material wealth, fame and accomplishments.

Even our dogs were much more relaxed and enjoyed the trip back home. I believe they sensed what we were feeling.

Here are some pictures I took of them:

Barney poses for the camera. It's as if he knows he is getting his picture taken.

Barlow slept most of the way back.

Barney couldn't understand why Barlow was sleeping so much. He had to check to make sure he was okay.

Our dogs are part of the family. It is a blessing that the Pastors of the Church love animals and welcome them.