Do you know how to have courage in all situations? Watching a father teach his daughter to ride her bike for the first time without training wheels reminded me that we must have courage in all situations. As I looked on, the Father gently told his daughter that she was ready and could do it. […]
Category Archives: Live Joyfully
Blog posts by Krystal R Simpson cover a variety of topics to help Christians live joyfully without fear, stress, and regret.
Give Thanks To God in Everything
Despite life’s many ups and downs, we must thank God. The Bible tells us to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). This can be a difficult task, especially during tough times. But when we thank God, even amid our struggles, we acknowledge His sovereignty and goodness. We are also choosing to focus on […]
How Can We Hear God When He Speaks and Know It’s His Voice
God speaks to us, but how can we hear Him when there are so many other voices in our heads? How can we listen to Him when we are too busy? There are so many things that compete with the voice of God in our lives. At any time, we hear the enemy attempting to […]
Do You Have Religion or a Relationship With God?
A long time ago, people used to say they “had religion.” I don’t think we say that anymore. Instead, we say things like, “I’m a Catholic, a Baptist, or some other denomination.” Having a relationship with God is not the same as having a religion. God wants a personal relationship with all his children, regardless […]
God Can Protect Us From Sickness
I woke up this morning to more news regarding the Coronavirus or COVID-19, and I began to pray for God to protect my family and friends from this sickness. As I said “amen” and continued my day, I pondered the idea of sickness and disease. I want God to fix it for everyone, but I […]
What Does God Really Want From Us?
We all want to know what God wants from us. Does He want us to do certain things? Is it enough to have faith in Him? Does He have expectations of us? These are common questions that have been asked since the dawn of time, and this article will provide valuable insight into understanding God’s […]
How Can We Find Joy in the Journey?
As I look up today, I see a wooden plaque that hangs on my wall that says, “Find Joy in the Journey.” I bought this hanging at one of the summer festivals last year because I tend to rush through life. There is a delicate balance between enjoying life and constantly striving for more. Have […]
Tame Your Tongue and Guard Your Thoughts
As Christian adults, we must tame our tongues and guard our thoughts to speak and think words that build up and not tear down. We must use life-giving words and guard our thoughts to protect ourselves from feeling torn down if we hear negative words. When I was a kid, we were taught not to […]
What To Do When Life Is Falling Apart?
We can encounter unforeseen events that surprise us and leave us overwhelmed. Examples of such events include divorce, sudden illness, problems with our children, or losing a job. During these times, it can feel like our world is falling apart, and we may be unsure how to proceed. At some point in life, everyone experiences […]