“We were created to love—but when that love gets redirected toward things that replace God, it becomes an idol. The world says ‘follow your heart,’ but God says ‘guard it.’”

Have you ever noticed how laughter can lift your mood, even on the toughest days? Proverbs 17:22 reminds us that “a cheerful heart is good medicine.” Joy has the power to restore and renew—but when our spirit is crushed, it can drain us physically and emotionally. In this post, we explore how joy helps us heal, why guarding our hearts matters, and how to cultivate lasting joy through gratitude, God’s Word, and simple pleasures.

Your confidence comes from Christ. You are fearfully and wonderfully made—walk boldly in His strength! (Psalm 139:14, Philippians 4:13)