In this life, it is absolutely essential that we learn the power of laughter. If we don’t learn to laugh, we will doubtless spend more of our lives than necessary with tear-filled eyes. There is always a reason to feel discouraged, but with God there are even more reasons to feel encouraged and hopeful. 

     A dear friend shared the story of a slip and fall that turned comical. She was leaving an office building with her family through a back door. They moved ahead, and she was taking a little longer to get to the front of the building. Unexpectedly, she fell and had difficulty getting up Everyone else was already on the other side of the building, and she began to panic, struggling to get to her feet. God at that moment spoke one word to her heart, “Spiderman.” It made no sense…until it did. She slowly maneuvered herself over to the side of the building and then, carefully using that wall as a support, got to her feet.Sometime later when I fell on the ice walking to the mailbox. I thought of her. Laying there on the ice as cars went down the street, I smiled and begin moving towards the mailbox that provided the sturdy dependable strength I needed to get on my feet. My point is simple. God helps us to smile even on dark days and when we may feel there is nothing to smile about! It may be His way of reminding us of His constant love and care. “I’ve got you and I’ve got this situation in hand.”  

      During this season when there is so much division, uncertainly and pain, remember, God has you. Take a deep breath and smile. Thanks for signing up for my newsletter, if it was in a direct email or at my website, emjohnsonauthor.com, I am just glad you did. I look forward to sharing reflections, encouraging words and updates on books and events 

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Laughter is powerful.