Our JOY Bloggers were busy in 2014. Did you know that they collectively wrote 42 posts? Yes, you read that right. 42. And they didn't even get started until the end of May! We deeply appreciate their dedication of time and their willingness to bless God and others with their words, stories, and insights.

Here is a recap of the most popular post per blogger. We invite you to read and reflect on them once again.

Social Media: The Good, Bad and Ugly

By Heather Brostrom

 

Social media is a wonderful tool, when used properly. But it can be a precarious forum when not handled with care and caution.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pulling the Plug on Potter

By Kristy Rose

 

Peer pressure is not just for kids. Parents can succumb too. Read what happens when one mom sold out with Harry Potter just to fit in.

The Season to Spring Forward

By Laura Moss

 

Sometimes we find ourselves in seasons that seem to stay stuck, no matter what the clock or calendar say. If we're not open, we can risk missing what God has for us in that season -- and risk missing His call to spring forward.
 

 

 

 

 

Confidence in the Character of God

By Fran Dwelle

 

Whatever our situation, we can choose to believe God is who He says He is and can do what He says He can do.

 

 

Bad for Your Ego, Good for Your Soul

By Kaci Bower

 

Personal embarrassment has an upside. It strips away our facades, showing us what really matters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connecting Hanukkah to Jesus

By Cari Bousfield

 

Just as God provided the miracle of light for the Jews during Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, He has given us Jesus, the Light of the World.

 

 

Thankful for Roses Among the Thorns

By Susan Jacobson

 

Just because you’re family doesn’t mean you get along. But with God’s help, you can sow seeds of kindness and see the roses growing among the thorns.

 

 

 

 

The Faith of a Grandmother

By Royann Bold

 

As Christians, we all have a spiritual history. Remembering where we came from is a blessing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sowing Leadership

By Sheila Heiser

 

We all sow seeds of leadership every single day, whether we envision ourselves as leaders or not. Every single decision we make has the power to mold our very character and exert an impact on those surrounding us.

 

 

 

 

 

Sharing the Good News

By Cindy Mastel

 

God places people in our lives that need to hear what He has done for them. He calls his faithful followers to share the Good News and bring in the harvest.

 

 

We look forward to 2015 and more posts from these wonderful ladies!