In her weekly Joy for the Journey blog, Carol McLeod shares honest stories, biblical reflections, and heartfelt encouragement to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with faith. Whether you’re walking through transition, heartache, or celebration, this blog invites you to discover lasting joy in Christ.
When All You See Are Gray Skies and Dark Days
Gray skies … Dark days … Frigid temperatures … Barren trees. Large numbers on the bathroom scale … low numbers in my checking account … an empty house … a lonely heart. Such is the culture of January. If I am not careful, I can be swallowed alive by the cold and gloom … by the emptiness … of January.