Jumping for Joy

by Joy Griffin

For many years, people have urged me to write a book about my personal testimony and missionary journeys around the world, but the timing was never quite right. I’m an action person, and the thought of the hours, days, weeks, probably even months it would take to sit down and write a book seemed like more than I wanted to undertake. Still, I knew it was something I needed to do because the stories of what Jesus has done need to be shared. In November of 2016, my dear friend Jan de Chambrier and I spent two weeks together in the Holy Land, leading conferences together for women in Israel and Palestine. As we shared our hopes and dreams, I told her about my desire to write a book about all the incredible things Jesus has done throughout my life. Jan, a published author, urged me to do this, saying, “Joy, the world needs to hear your stories. When the time is right, let me know and I’ll help you.”

238 pages, Paperback

Published April 19, 2021

Reviews

[Dr. Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joy Griffin is filled with the Holy Spirit and with a sense of adventure. Jumping for Joy is a compilation of stories about her miraculous healing after an accident as well as her many adventures as a missionary serving around the world. Her work in the mission field is noteworthy as is her work in Christian education and leadership development.

I have been fortunate enough to hear Joy speak about her life and work, so some of the stories I had heard before, but all of her stories convey her beliefs and share the products of her ministry (she would say the power of prayer and Jesus) in a powerful way. As each chapter begins and ends with a scripture verse, this book would make a great book for a small group to read together and to discuss.

Thank you, Joy, for sharing. I’m sure your adventures continue!

[James Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Awesome Story Of Courage And Boldness Empowered By The Holy Spirit

If you really want to experience the "courage and boldness" of carrying the gospel to places where the name of Jesus has never been heard, then "Jumping For Joy" is a must read! Joy Griffin tells an amazing story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, wanting to hear more about how the Holy Spirit will provide for those who are willing to surrender ALL to Him. As we say in Georgia, "if this doesn't light your fire, then your wood's wet." Reading about Joy's adventures will definitely light your fire for world missions.

[Valerie Holland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. Say Joy speak at a conference and her book expanded on her testimony. A beautiful testimony of the power of God.