May 21________________________________________
A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health.
-Proverbs 15:30(NLT)
LOOKING CHEERFUL
A poem and essay by ILMA
When you think about your Lord Jesus
You can’t help appreciate all that is precious
Looking cheerful will be the result of gratitude
Good news brings good health and a great attitude.
A cheerful look brings joy to the heart of others
It changes darkness and brings light to one another
When you know the Lord, you will manifest joy
When you love the Lord, you will live a life that’s full.
________________________________________
One of the obvious signs of an authentic believer is “joy.” Although we walk through many different stages of our Christian walk, the worst thing to see is a grumpy Christian. When we whine and complain and live in regret, we are actually not giving a good example to others, especially to those who do not know the Lord. Some people walk their whole lives wondering what it would be like to live with all their wishes and dreams given to them. They do not even thank the Lord for all the blessings they have received and still expect things from God.
I lived seeing many of those cantankerous people who claim they know God, but cannot even see a smile on their faces. The Lord wants us to have a cheerful look because it brings joy to the heart.
________________________________________
PRAYER
Lord, remind me to always give a smile generously no matter what I feel.
REFLECTION
How can a smile or cheerful countenance change someone’s life?
For more testimonials about God’s word, please go to YouTube and type ILMA’s poem devotional or go to www.ilmaarts.com posts. To receive emails of my poem devotionals, email me at ILMA.ARTS.STUDIO@gmail.com