As the new year begins, we may feel melancholy, looking back with some regret or ahead with fearful questions. Issues and anxiety don't leave much room for hope. Certainly we want to feel optimistic even joyful. Instead of trying to manufacture a feeling of joy, let's look to our Father in heaven and remember his promise. He has already planted joy in our heart by His Spirit. So feeling joyful is not the issue. Rather, quietly sit before God and express to Him your deepest hurts and concerns and ask Him to grow in you His fruit of joy. Then, you will continue to bear fruit - eternal fruit for Him, becoming more and more like His Son. 😊😊😊 #FruitOfTheSpirit #NewDecade (at Baguio Proper) https://www.instagram.com/p/B62a_5mBV9O-ITsHMpqgCdGxLoOic7exM9Zg-E0/?igshid=1cpghg4saw9e1