The only way to fight a feeling is with a feeling.
As long as thanks is possible, then joy is always possible.
God gives the world enough of what it needs. All He asks is that we distribute what He gives.
Gratitude is at the center of a life of faith. It sounds to simple to be true, but isn't that the sign of all deep truth: so simple we're tempted to dismiss it, and so hard, it is exactly what God uses to change our hard lives.
Being joyful isn't what makes you grateful. Being grateful is what makes you joyful.
Your naked body deserves the honor of being shared only with someone who is covenanted to never stop loving your naked soul.