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Joy That Grows in the Dirt

Joy isn’t about pretending life isn’t messy—it’s about finding Jesus in the middle of it. Real joy grows when we serve others, stay grounded in Scripture, tear down barriers, cling to hope, and rely on the Holy Spirit. When we fix our eyes on Jesus and live with an eternal mindset, joy becomes something we experience personally and spread practically into our homes, workplaces, friendships, and communities.

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Joy in the Community

Real joy is almost always tied to relationships. While happiness comes and goes with circumstances, joy is deeper and steadier, even when life is hard. Isolation slowly drains us, while meaningful connection gives purpose, strength, and protection. We weren’t designed to do life alone, and God often works in us through other people. Whether you’re introverted or extroverted, busy or burned out, joy grows best when we stay connected and let others walk with us.
  • February 08, 2026
  • Joshua Ott
  • Joy in the Dirt
  • Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:1–12; Ecclesiastes 4:7–8; Ecclesiastes 4:9–12; Galatians 6:2; Hebrews 10:24–25
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Finding Joy in the Right Now

Life moves fast. We plan, rush, and chase what’s next—often missing the joy sitting right in front of us. Joy isn’t something reserved for a calmer season or a future win; it’s a gift meant for right now. Busyness, worry, circumstances, and even our own choices can quietly steal it if we’re not paying attention. Faith doesn’t avoid the mess—it finds Jesus in it. Your faith was made for the mess, and joy is often closer than we think when we slow down, rest, and open our eyes to what God is already doing.
  • February 01, 2026
  • Joshua Ott
  • Joy in the Dirt
  • Lamentations 3:22–23; Psalm 118:24; Psalm 46:10; Psalm 23; Matthew 6:25–34; Ecclesiastes 3:1–13; John 10:10; Proverbs 28:1; Philippians 4:11–13; Mark 2:27
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Joy in the Middle

Peace often feels like something we’ll have someday—after the problem is fixed, the relationship is restored, or life finally slows down. But peace isn’t the result of everything going right, but something we can practice and experience even in the middle of the mess. Peace doesn’t ignore hardship but walks straight through it with trust, prayer, and a renewed mindset.
  • January 18, 2026
  • Josh Daubert
  • Joy in the Dirt
  • John 16:33; Philippians 4:4–9; Hebrews 13:8; Romans 8; 2 Corinthians 10:5; Romans 12:2; 1 Corinthians 11:1; Galatians 5; John 14:27
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Unstuck

Life doesn’t always move at the pace we want, and when progress feels slow or invisible, it’s easy to wonder if anything is actually happening. But joy isn’t built on quick fixes or surface-level change, but on the deeper work God is doing underneath the surface—especially in seasons that feel dry, confusing, or delayed. Even when life feels stalled, prayer still moves us forward, and trust grows quietly below the surface. Faith doesn’t avoid the mess—it finds Jesus in it. Your faith was made for the mess.
  • January 11, 2026
  • Joshua Ott
  • Joy in the Dirt
  • Psalm 65; Exodus 13:17–18; Isaiah 55:8–9; John 16:22; Romans 15:13; James 5:16; Psalm 1:3; Philippians 1:6
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This Isn't Working

Happiness depends on how life is going; joy runs deeper and can exist even when things feel dry, confusing, or broken. Seasons of wilderness are not signs of failure, but places where God does some of His deepest work. Joy doesn’t come from escaping the dirt of life, but from meeting God in it, choosing to trust His love, and clinging to Him when circumstances don’t make sense. Faith doesn’t avoid the mess — it finds Jesus in it. Your faith was made for the mess.
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You Wanted a Holiday High, But You Got a Holy Reminder

Christmas often promises a rush of joy, nostalgia, and good feelings—but those highs fade fast. The manger wasn’t meant to be the emotional finish line; it was the beginning of a much bigger story. Through Simeon’s encounter with Jesus, we’re shown the difference between chasing feelings and finding real fulfillment. Simeon wasn’t looking for a holiday buzz—he was waiting for truth, hope, and God’s promises to be fulfilled. And when he finally held Jesus, he understood something deeper: joy would come, but it would come through sacrifice, confrontation, and ultimately the cross. Faith doesn’t avoid the mess — it finds Jesus in it. Your faith was made for the mess.