23: Ministry of Joy

Live Your Purpose Podcast

The Christmas season is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also feel overwhelming, especially for busy moms. In today’s episode, we’re diving into how to embrace joy, even amidst the stress and busyness of motherhood during the holidays. Together, we’ll explore three key points about the Ministry of Joy, rooted in biblical truth: 🎅🏼Finding Joy, Not Just Happiness – Understanding the difference between fleeting happiness and the lasting joy found in Christ. 🎅🏼Finding Joy in Contentment – Learning to be content, just as Paul teaches us in Philippians 4:12-13, and helping our children develop the same mindset this Christmas. 🎅🏼Encouraging Your Kids to Participate in the Ministry of the Season – Teaching your children to reflect the selfless love of Christ through acts of giving and service. 🎅🏼Through these truths, we’ll discover how to anchor ourselves and our families in God’s joy, no matter what this season brings. ---------- ‼️ FREE RESOURCE: ‼️ Celebrating the Holidays in Your Heart and Home To encourage and inspire you this holiday season, download my free resource to help you refocus on gratitude, find peace, and embrace the season with joy. Access it here: ⬇️ https://liveyourpurposeministries.com/resources#heartandhome ---------- Episode Highlights: What it means to have joy as a fruit of the Spirit and how to experience it even when life feels chaotic (John 15:11). Practical ways to teach your children about contentment and shift their focus from materialism to gratitude. Ideas for getting your family involved in serving others and extending the love of Jesus to those in need. Encouragement and prayer to help you feel supported and uplifted during the holiday season.