“A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.”
Proverbs 15:13
Use your merry heart To be like an umbrella Protection in storms
At the end of day Your sweet, merry countenance Is a lovely sight
Your positive view Shines through the dark clouds of gloom Lifting others’ hearts 💕
You’ve an extra dose Merriment is contagious You infect others
David Jeremiah’s entry in today’s devotional in Ever Faithful was titled “A Merry Heart.” It gave me the incentive for today’s post:
“After Richard Norris was badly disfigured by a gunshot wound in 1997, he remained hidden at his parents’ home for years. They covered the mirrors to keep him from glimpsing his face. But a team of doctors… gave Richard a new countenance.”
The scripture selected, Proverbs 15:13, fit the story perfectly. Richard’s spirit was broken. His sorrow of the heart was understandable. David Jeremiah went on to link Richard’s sorrow to us all:
“While Richard’s story is unusually dramatic, there’s a sense in which we all need a new countenance. Study the faces of people you meet every day…”
Oh how I love those Last two pictures of my friends Study every face
David Jeremiah goes on to suggest,
“Steal a quick glance at your own face as you pass a mirror or reflective window. …Our emotions inexorably flash through the forty-three muscles in our face and we communicate our feelings through our eyes, brows, and the set of our mouths.”
“One smile can light up a room; one frown can darken a day.
“The Bible tells us a merry heart makes a cheerful countenance. Rejoice in the Lord today and let the joy of Jesus shine through.”
I dare you to listen to this and not smile!!
You know I play the accordion, right? Well this is a concertina… buttons on both sides. Aren’t these kids adorable?
Open up you Merry Heart! Mine is open for you!!
Love ya, JanBeek
Open heart + Open hands = Merry, Cheerful Countenance
Ah yes… and your spirit is a Light to the world, Peter. Thank you for reading and responding. Bob & I have you and Alice in our daily prayers. We are so happy to be home. Thank you for your safe travel prayers. <3
Comments on: "A Merry Heart" (12)
Beautiful.. Wishing you a Very Merry Heart Jan <3
Thank you so much, Sue. Hugs to you!
What a wonderful feeling blog! And I love the picture of you snuck in between all the other wonderful faces!
Thank you so much! I am so glad you captured the wonderful feeling. Have a merry-hearted day!! <3
Good words of wisdom Jan!
Thank you, Dwight! Happy MLK Day to you. God bless your day with love and peace. <3
You are welcome and same to you!
Richard Norris needed to know, this is God’s plan. A person is not a face but a spirit.
Ah yes… and your spirit is a Light to the world, Peter. Thank you for reading and responding. Bob & I have you and Alice in our daily prayers. We are so happy to be home. Thank you for your safe travel prayers. <3
Jan, thanks for adding this positive message to my day. Attitude . . . we need to nurture ours and pass our merry heart on to someone else.
I would like to see and hear you playing the accordion! Future blog? Amazing grace? (((((Jan)))))))
I will try recording that tomorrow morning. Thanks, {{{Donna}}}. 🎶👌🏽🥰