Proverbs 17:22

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength.” NLT

What an eye opening verse today! I completely understand how hard it is to be cheerful when you don't feel well. But let me tell you the truth, if you get down, that’s exactly where the enemy wants you to stay!

Cheer is defined as “a shout of encouragement, something that gives joy or gladness, a state or feeling.” Therefore, cheerful is to be full of those things. We all feel better when we are in a good mood, don't we? It’s good for the soul!

Happiness is based on circumstances. JOY is from the LORD! If you tap into your joy from Him, then you can help prevent a broken spirit, no matter what you are going through.

It’s so easy to get discouraged when you are feeling bad. I encourage you to look for the things you are grateful for. Look for the things that are going right and all the ways God has already blessed you. It will help!