Joy Let Loose

August 9, 2017

Reclaiming Joy: 3 Prayer Prompts to Help You Find Joy Again!

Sometimes we straight up need some prayer prompts for reclaiming  joy. We need guidance how to navigate this life and all its unexpected happenings with a perspective that is hopeful. If you agree, read on…

Reclaiming Joy

Life is Hard. We need to actively work at reclaiming joy. Take the 3 Prayer Prompts challenge to find your joy again.

Hope doesn’t necessarily come naturally to many of us. Rather, it often lives trampled in the dirt of disappointment. So we need help to pick it up, dust it off, and then walk in it.

There are things in our lives that seem to thrive on stealing our joy and our hope. Discouragements, doubts, heartbreak, and fears all connive to strip the joyful person of a hopeful heart and render him or her joyless. We wonder if we will ever find our way back up again.

But it is not our destiny to remain there, my friend.

In fact, Scripture tells us to rejoice and be glad, because our reward in Heaven is so great (Matthew 5:12). And it says to rejoice in the Lord at all times, and always be full of the joy of the Lord! (Phil 4:4)

Is that even possible?

Well, I suggest it is, but we have some work to do to get there. We need to be on mission reclaiming joy if we haven’t been living a rejoice-always kind of life.

We need to get on mission reclaiming joy if we haven't been living a rejoice-always kind of life. Share on X
Rejoice Always

So, let’s start small.

What if, for the next 3 days, you chose to be deliberate about reclaiming joy?

What if, for the next 3 days, you chose to be deliberate about reclaiming joy? Share on X

 What if, no matter what life threw at you in those 3 days, you grabbed this goal by its seemingly impossible horns, and didn’t let go, not for one stinking second? Or if you did, you grabbed right back on to it again? What if?

Are you up for that challenge?

If you are, then I applaud you. And I want to encourage you in it! I’d love for you to join in the discussion over on my Joy Let Loose Facebook community. Could your reclaiming joy journey impact others?

If you aren’t up for the #ReclaimingJoy challenge yet, then I also applaud your honesty, and pray you will take the time to prepare for it. You can jump in anytime!

The #Reclaiming Joy Challenge

Each day, as early as you can, set aside 15 minutes to spend by yourself. This time is similar to The Morning Joy Challenge. But this time, we are on an even more specific mission.

Download it here!

What’s next in Reclaiming Joy?
  1. If you are taking the reclaiming joy challenge, let us know in the comments below!
  2. And after you’ve focused on your #ReclaimingJoy prayer prompts over the next three days, I’d love for you to report your progress either in the comments, or in the Facebook Community. We need community to spur us on! Use the hashtag #ReclaimingJoy.
  3. And, if you haven’t yet, subscribe to Joy Let Loose to receive even more Prayer Prompts in your inbox. I won’t be spammy – I promise!

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13)

Believing in you as you begin #ReclaimingJoy!

Elizabeth Joy

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    Desiree Montalvo-Holt
    August 9, 2017

    I take the challenge! I know it is only through seeking His joy that I make it on a daily basis when the world and its circumstances want to steal it away!

  2. Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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    Elizabeth
    August 9, 2017

    Absolutely! I’m glad you are taking the challenge. But not surprised, since I know you are on your own joy-journey over at makingjoycontagious.com. It’s so cool we can track together, Desiree! Joy to you today!!

  3. Sarah Geringer – Midwestern United States – Christian author, blogger, speaker and artist. Mother of three and proud dog mom. Lover of flowers, dark chocolate, and hot tea. Represented by Michelle Lazurek of WordWise Media Services. Published with Leafwood Publishers.

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    Sarah Geringer
    August 9, 2017

    I really like your blog format. It’s beautiful! Checking out your Facebook group too.

    • Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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      Elizabeth
      August 9, 2017

      Thanks, Sarah! 🙂 I’m glad you stopped by, and I’d love to see you over on FB!

  4. altheaelmore – Portland, Oregon – Hey there! I'm currently a full-time college student and a passionate follower of Christ! I'm into ministry, politics, culture, and coffee shops.

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    Althea Elmore
    August 9, 2017

    Beautiful post. Excited to reflect on these prompts in my journal!

    • Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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      Elizabeth
      August 9, 2017

      So glad you are taking it on, Althea, and thanks so much for visiting! God bless you while you are #ReclaimingJoy.

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    Ayanna @ 21FlavorsofSplendor
    August 9, 2017

    This is such an awesome challenge! Choosing to reclaim your joy and be intentional about it is so important. I love how the prayer prompts can be used as a great reminder daily.

    • Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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      Elizabeth
      August 9, 2017

      So glad you found this to be challenging and encouraging. Hope to hear how it is going for you as you are #ReclaimingJoy!

    • Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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      Elizabeth
      August 10, 2017

      Awesome, Kathy!

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    Jill
    August 10, 2017

    Great idea and concept, Elizabeth-I’m in! You know I’m all about #joy this year! Happy to share!

    • Elizabeth Joy – Worshiper of Jesus, wife and mother, joy-seeker, writer and wellness advocate. I see all of life as infused with calling to glorify the Lord and help people walk in freedom with Him. I'm a worship leader, and I love to help people pursue holistic emotional and physical wellness.

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      Elizabeth
      August 10, 2017

      I know you are! Thanks for joining me. 😊

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