Joy Breaks

by Patsy Clairmont, Barbara Johnson

Patsy Clairmont, Barbara Johnson, Marilyn Meberg, and Luci Swindoll know the value of mirth, the wisdom of a laugh. Their refreshing mix of infectious fun, entertaining wit, and down-to-earth common sense has inspired thousands of women at the Women of Faith 'Joyful Journey' conferences. Now, in Joy Breaks, they offer sunny and heartfelt insights for women who long to simplify their lives and savor the moments. Joy Breaks is an upbeat devotional that offers fresh insight and encouragement for women who want to travel further along the joyful journey. With themes such as finding true friendship, relishing life’s surprises, celebrating hidden blessings, and developing a merry heart, these ninety devotionals illustrate practical ways to deepen joy amidst all the complexities, contradictions, and challenges of being a woman today. Women of all ages will be reminded that any time, any day, they can lighten up, get perspective, laugh, and cast all their cares on the One who said his yoke is easy and his burden is light. Here is a devotional with a light-hearted twist that motivates and supports women who want to renew and deepen their spiritual commitment. Developed in conjunction with the popular Women of Faith seminars, Joy Breaks is designed to enhance your spiritual journey.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian, Devotional, Inspirational

288 pages, Hardcover

First published May 4, 1997

About the author

Patsy is a bookish woman who loves words and has a penchant for dark chocolate sorbet. Since spelling bees in grade school, childhood Scrabble games, right up to her current addiction with Words with Friends she has been known to spell it out, to say it like it is.

Much to her surprise Patsy has written a stack of books that continues to light her passion for the printed page. And nothing pleases her more than to share her faith through laughter and tears and to encourage others to flourish.

A former agoraphobic Patsy never imagined the expansive plans God had in mind for her. She just wanted to make it to her neighborhood grocery store and safely home again. Instead, for the past 35 years she has been traipsing throughout the U.S. and Canada, interspersed with trips to Israel and Africa and she has even spoken at the Pentagon for the Flag Officers Bible Study. Patsy has spoken to millions of women (and men) offering spiritual and emotional hope.

Patsy has written books in several genres including devotional, fiction, children’s, and gift offerings. She is one of the founding speakers at Women of Faith and trains people for the platform.

Patsy is the author of over 35 books best-selling books and currently lives in Franklin TN.

Reviews

[Loraine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patsy Clairmont, Barbara Johnson, Marilyn Memberg and Luci Swindoll individually keep their readers in stitches. Combine them in a joy-filled devotional book and laughter abounds. These short daily reads lifted my spirits each morning as I started my day. Definitely one of my favorite devotional reads.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome Book. A must read for Any Christian.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was pretty good

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

funny stuff from Patsy Clairmont, Barbara Johnson, Mailyn Meberg and Luci Swindoll.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

90 joy-filled devotions, especially if savored one at a time

[Elizabeth (Liz) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it! Funny and lighthearted but so on point. Great devotional. If you are looking for one I recommend this one

[Vickie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patsy Clairmont is one of the best

[Sherri Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

What could be better, laughter and blessings.