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Tuesday October 24, 2023
 

God’s plan for a satisfying and fulfilling life is that we would find enjoyment in daily living while always remaining vigilant about threats to our sobriety and well-being.

A cheerful heart makes you healthy.  But a broken spirit dries you up.  The best thing we can do is to enjoy eating, drinking, and working. I believe these are God’s gifts to us.  (Proverbs 17:22 NIRV, Ecclesiastes 2:24 CEV)

Too many people think that all the fun gets left behind when we are no longer going to bars and parties where substances are used and abused.  What many of us have discovered is that there is much more enjoyment in the fun times of life when we experience them sober rather than when we were “under the influence.” 

There is a time to weep and there’s a time to laugh. There is a time to be sad and there’s a time to dance.  (Ecclesiastes 3:4 NIRV)

Having fun helps us to bond with others who appreciate the same things we do.  Friendships deepen as we play together and enjoy shared interests.  There is more to recovery than sharing our stories in meetings, as important as that is.  We were created to enjoy God, each other, and creation and it is important to take time to do that in light-hearted ways. 

There is an old saying, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.”  Play relieves stress. Our brain works better when we give it a rest and enjoy leisure activities that bring us pleasure. 

This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be happy today!  (Psalm 118:24 ERV)

Different people find relaxation in different things therefore, we need to experiment with what is fun for us.   God’s invitation to us today is to find time and a way to lighten up and have some fun, enjoying a playful activity.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, help me to find the right balance of working hard and having fun. Give me the heart of a child to enjoy simple pleasures and make the most of what each day has to offer.  Amen

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