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Are you living as though your worth is defined by how productive, useful, or busy you are? In this message, Jessica explores the biblical truth that we were made for delight. So often, we get trapped in "task mode"—believing we can only enjoy life once all the work is done. But God invites us into something deeper: discovering that our belovedness comes before our usefulness, and that joy and rest are not rewards we have to earn, but gifts to receive. * Key Takeaways & Topics: Beloved Before Useful: How the Father spoke Jesus’ identity before any public ministry began (Matthew 3:17). Breaking the "Usefulness Trap": Why we feel guilty when resting and how to let go of productivity-driven worth. Extravagant Love & Celebration: What Jesus’ first miracle (John 2) and Mary’s anointing (John 12) teach us about celebrating without needing utility. Enjoyment vs. Consumption: Moving from a mindset of lack to lingering in gratitude and presence. Sabbath & Childlike Play: Reclaiming space to stop producing and experience wonder again. * Scripture References: Matthew 3:17 — "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased." Genesis 1:31 — God saw all that He had made, and it was very good. John 2:1–11 — The Wedding at Cana. John 12:1–8 — Mary anoints Jesus with costly perfume. 1 Timothy 6:17 — God richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Ecclesiastes 3:12–13 — Finding joy and satisfaction as the gift of God. * Question for You: What is one small way you can give yourself permission to delight and rest with the Lord this week? Share with us in the comments! Subscribe to Joyland Community for more encouraging messages, teachings, and community reflections. Follow along at our social and media outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

In this powerful and potentially life-changing Snap-Talk, Cheryl Smith shares her deeply personal journey of finding her voice and discovering God’s heart for the oppressed. Addressing topics often considered "touchy" or controversial within the church, Cheryl explores how certain scriptures have been used to keep women in bondage and why she believes God never sanctions abuse. Cheryl courageously discusses: The Misuse of Scripture: How verses on submission and silence can be used to keep victims in unsafe situations. The Original Intent of Marriage: Moving from a "performance-based" view to one that truly reflects Christ and the Church. A "Good Father": The pivotal moment Cheryl had to ask herself if a good God would want her to live in constant fear. Biblical Grounds for Divorce: A historical and theological look at Exodus, Malachi, and the teachings of Jesus and Paul regarding safety and abandonment. Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: Why forgiving someone doesn’t always mean it’s safe to return to the relationship. This talk is a call to move from "shrinking" into who we were created to be to living an authentic, courageous life in the light! Scripture References Mentioned: Ephesians 5:25-29 Exodus 21:10-11 Jeremiah 3:8 Malachi 2:16 Matthew 19:7-9 1 Corinthians 7:13-15 1 Corinthians 5:10-11 Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

In this moving JOYLAND Snap-Talk, Bill Burton shares his deeply personal journey through a "chaotic" health season. After losing a kidney to cancer and navigating the complexities of immunotherapy and fluctuating blood sugar, Bill discovered a profound truth: God’s power is perfected in our weakness. Bill discusses: The "Lock Up": His unique experiences being physically overwhelmed by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Embracing Chaos: How he learned to stop fighting his circumstances and instead find rest in God’s sovereignty. 2 Corinthians 12:9: A deep dive into why we can "boast" in our weaknesses so that Christ’s power may rest on us. Personal Revival: How releasing the burden of "getting it right" has led to less stress and more joy. Join us for this honest conversation about moving from performance to presence, and learning to rely on the "brilliance" of the Holy Spirit when our own logic isn't enough. Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 2 Corinthians 5 Joel 3:10 About Joyland Life: Welcome to Joyland! We are a community dedicated to exploring the beauty of a life lived in oneness with God. We welcome and invite you to join in the family conversation and discuss your personal journey with the the lover and creator of your soul, as we continue to revelate and contemplate the beauty of Jesus played out in the human condition of each of our lives! #JoylandLife #Faith #Healing #HolySpirit #WeaknessIsStrength #SnapTalks Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

How does true transformation actually happen? In Part 2 of our "Living from the Future" series, we dive into "The Becoming" - the process of allowing God’s vision for your future to shape who you are today. Many of us approach spiritual growth like a renovation project, focusing on what we need to "fix" or "stop doing." But real change doesn't begin with self-rejection; it begins with revelation. When we behold the truth of who we already are in Christ, we naturally begin to embody that reality. *In this session, we explore:* * The Power of Beholding: How encountering God’s love shifts us from performance to presence. * Future Memories: Recognizing the glimpses of who you are becoming before they are fully manifested. * The Future as a Curriculum: Understanding why old fears or resistance surface when you're moving toward freedom. * The Eternal Now: Learning to participate with God in the only place transformation happens—the present moment. Stick around until the end for a guided meditation to help you identify the "seeds of possibility" God is calling forward in your life right now. *We Invite You to Join the Conversation:* What is one small way you can participate with your "becoming" this week? Share your stories and reflections in the comments below! Follow along at our social and media outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

What if the past is not the only place from which you can understand your life? In this opening session of our "Living From the Future" series, we explore a powerful shift in perspective: moving from being "historians" of our past to active participants in our "becoming." While we are often taught to define ourselves by our history - our wounds, mistakes, and successes - God invites us to look toward the possibilities He is revealing. *In this session, we discuss:* * Faith as a Forward-Looking Force: Exploring Hebrews 11:1 and how faith points us toward the "unseen" and the "emerging." * The Power of Imagination: Why God took Abraham outside to look at the stars, and how our imagination is the place where God expands our capacity to perceive. * Breaking the Cycle of Yesterday: Learning how the past can inform us without limiting the possibilities of our tomorrow. * The Planter’s Perspective: Understanding that while we see a seed or a sprout, God sees the fullness of the "mighty oak" He has already prepared. This teaching includes a guided reflection designed to help you quiet the noise of the past and begin to hear the "whisper" of what is emerging in your life right now. *Reflection Question:* What is one "future memory" or desire you’ve felt lately that might actually be an invitation from God? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

What is your greatest concern right now? And if you feel it has been resolved, how did you deal with it? Our civilization is going through a lot of difficult times right now and there are many, many things that we have concerns about. There are many areas where we don’t have any input or control over. We didn’t get here overnight, and it may take a while before things change for the better. ~ John 16:33 Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

JOYLAND Snap-Talks: Jeremy Skinner - The Fragrance & Aroma of Christ Jeremy Skinner is the host of the Eyes to See podcast. In this discussion, he brings thoughtful insight and a special challenge to identify the unique "fragrance" of Christ in you. https://open.spotify.com/show/4WQtoMeUNgIcM8rajPREcr https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-to-see-podcast/id1752569027 Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

JOYLAND Snap-Talks: Kimberly Founds - Trust Yahwey Kimberly Founds, brings over 38 years of experience as a professional harpist and holds a B.A. in Music Education (having become proficient in most instruments). She has taught students from Pre-K through university level for more than 14 years, including teaching internationally. She also holds an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction and is skilled in adapting her teaching to suit a variety of learning styles. Kimberly maintains a current teaching license in Colorado and has developed a simplified rhythm study method as an alternative to the traditional fraction-based approach. In addition, she is the owner and director of The House of David Music Center in Woodland Park, Colorado, where she leads a team of five instructors serving over 110 students. https://www.thodmusiccenter.com/full-spectrum-music-company Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandcommunity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

In Part 2 of Sacred Chaos, we explore how God often does His deepest work in seasons where nothing seems to be happening. Through the imagery of seeds, gardens, and Mary's courageous "yes," we discover that transformation grows through trust - not control, as we learn to nurture what is quietly emerging beneath the surface. Part 1 Pretext: What if chaos isn't evidence that something is wrong, but the very place where new creation begins? In this opening message of Sacred Chaos, we explore Genesis 1 and discover a God who is not afraid of uncertainty, mystery, or unfinished places. Rather than seeing chaos as the absence of God's presence, we are invited to see it as a sacred space of transformation, possibility, and becoming. The Spirit still hovers over the unfinished places in our lives, inviting us to trust that something beautiful is emerging. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

What if chaos isn't evidence that something is wrong, but the very place where new creation begins? In this opening message of Sacred Chaos, we explore Genesis 1 and discover a God who is not afraid of uncertainty, mystery, or unfinished places. Rather than seeing chaos as the absence of God's presence, we are invited to see it as a sacred space of transformation, possibility, and becoming. The Spirit still hovers over the unfinished places in our lives, inviting us to trust that something beautiful is emerging. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

352. Larry McKnight: Yes, It Really Is Who You Know! Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

351. Larry McKnight: How Is It Possible That We Can Know God? Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

In Part 2 of “Inside the Infinite,” Jessica explores what it means to live inside a God who never stops unfolding - where wonder, creativity & transformation are eternal realities rather than temporary experiences. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

In this message, Jessica shares a deeply personal reflection on eternity, growth, and the infinite nature of life with God. Through stories of childhood fears, spiritual encounters, and the idea of “falling up,” she invites listeners to see God not as a static destination, but as an endless unfolding of wonder, discovery, and deeper union. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife

How Father God views you (which is true OF you) and what you believe (which is true TO you), shapes how we view ourselves, others and ultimately God the Father. Most importantly and historically, it shapes our opinions of Father God and our beliefs about His nature... Jamie Englehart is the president and founder of Connect International Ministries, a family of churches, ministries, businesses, and leaders was well as an author. He serves as a Bishop/Overseer to those in C.I.M. as well as too many other leaders across the body of Christ. He is widely sought after for his unique, multi-dimensional understanding of the Kingdom of God, the New Covenant, and the heart of the Father revealed through Jesus Christ. Follow along at our social outlets: https://joylandlife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joylandlife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5-vPe7h_wjctIQxnaUQSnQ?view_as=subscriber Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyland-life/id1494637858 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6gCbEDE8pgrNhHlG0WM0fo?si=6fSKeO87SoGrx2BOUveHfQ&nd=1 Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/j/3377733377 Joyland App: https://tithely.app.link/joyland (You must follow this through your phone.) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joylandlife/ X: https://twitter.com/JoylandLife Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joylandlife