Laughter, Is it all that it is cracked up to be? People always hear, Laughter is the best medicine...
Laughter, Is it all that it is cracked up to be? People always hear, Laughter is the best medicine, yet did one ever wonder, is it really? Well, It is true, laughter arouses your body to respond in ways that improve one's mental and physical health. With this said, I have gathered together many sections of some great ways to get your laugh on, so get comfortable, gather family and friends, and have some fun laughing. 😊😊
Proverbs 17:22 is true—a merry heart really does a spirit, soul, and body good like medicine.
Genesis 21:6: "And Sarah declared, 'God has brought me laughter. All who hear about this will laugh with me.'"
Job 8:21: "He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy."
Psalm 2:4: "But the one who rules in heaven laughs."
Psalm 30:11: "You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy."
Psalm 98:4: "Shout to the Lord, all the earth; break out in praise and sing for joy!"
Psalm 126:2: "We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, 'What amazing things the Lord has done for them.'"
Proverbs 17:22: "A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person's strength."
Proverbs 31:25: "She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future."
Ecclesiastes 3:4: "A time to cry and a time to laugh."
Ecclesiastes 8:15: "So I recommend having fun, because there is nothing better for people in this world than to eat, drink, and enjoy life. That way they will experience some happiness along with all the hard work God gives them under the sun."
Genesis 21:6 ESV
And Sarah said, "God has made laughter for me; everyone who hears will laugh over me."
Genesis 17:17 ESV
Then Abraham fell on his face and laughed and said to himself, "Shall a child be born to a man who is a hundred years old? Shall Sarah, who is ninety years old, bear a child?"
Proverbs 15:15 ESV
All the days of the afflicted are evil, but the cheerful of heart has a continual feast.
Habakkuk 3:18 ESV
Yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation.
Proverbs 16:24 ESV
Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
Sometimes one does not know how to begin, so just hearing different types of laughter can make one start to laugh. The best thing is do not judge yourself... let go and laugh... enjoy... below are some links to different types of laughter...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYnhckZcllU
Funny Jokes and Comics…
Christian Jokes from
Belief net
https://www.beliefnet.com/ilovejesus/features/hilarious-christian-jokes.aspx
In the beginning, God created the earth and rested.Then God created Man and rested.Then God created Woman.Since then, neither God nor Man has rested.
A married couple were arguing who is making the coffee, the wife said that in the Bible it says that men should make the coffee and the husband asked her where it said that. The wife opened the Bible and said: "Right here in HEBREWS!"
A Woman went to the Post Office to buy stamps for her Christmas cards."What Denomination?" Asked the clerk."Oh, my goodness! Have we come to this?" said the woman."Well give me 50 Baptist and 50 Catholic!"
Q: Why do they say 'Amen' at the end of a prayer instead of 'Awomen'?A: The same reason they sing Hymns instead of Hers!
As the storm raged, the captain realized his ship was sinking fast. He called out, "Anyone here know how to pray?" One man stepped forward. "Aye, Captain, I know how to pray." "Good," said the captain, "you pray while the rest of us put on our life jackets - we're one short."
Father O'Malley answers the phone. "Hello, is this Father O'Malley?""It is""This is the IRS. Can you help us?""I can""Do you know a Ted Houlihan?""I do""Is he a member of your congregation?""He is""Did he donate $10,000 to the church?""He will".
The story of Adam and Eve was being carefully explained in the children's Sunday School class. Following the story, the children were asked to draw some pictures that would illustrate the story. Little Bobby drew a picture of a car with three people in it. In the front seat was a man and in the back seat, a man and a woman. The teacher was at a loss to understand how this illustrated the lesson of Adam and Eve. Little Bobby was prompt with his explanation. "Why, this is God driving Adam and Eve out of the garden!"
Jokes from Scary Mommy website
https://www.scarymommy.com/best-jokes-for-kids/
Jokes for Kids that Adults will find funny too
1. What does a cloud wear under his raincoat?Thunderwear.
2. What do kids play when they can't play with a phone?Bored games.
3. What do birds give out on Halloween?Tweets.
4.Why was the weightlifter upset?She worked with dumbbells.
5. Why are teddy bears never hungry?They're always stuffed!
6. What did the policeman say to his tummy?"Freeze. You're under a vest."
7.What does one volcano say to the other?"I lava you!"
8. What's Thanos' favorite app to talk to friends?Snapchat.
9. What event do spiders love to attend?Webbings.
10. What did one math book say to the other?"I've got so many problems."
11. Why do ducks have tail feathers?To cover their buttquacks.
12. Why can't you ever tell a joke around glass?It could crack up.
13. How do you know when a bike is thinking?You can see its wheels turning.
These Comedians are clean and safe for the family to listen to and are really funny. Time to grab the tissue because your laugher is really being turned up onto high volume. Enjoy...
Banned from Facebook
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPKq4420R_0
Staying Alive….laughing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1BznMv6IWE
Comedy at Churches
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL3AG4IEquU
Bringing laughter to your life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kng_FHPoTCo
More than funny
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twSvd5bQLDw
When you have to hide your food
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zq6r_QDMxlE
Finally, the promised Land
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeCj8fK9c_E
Some of the best of Jim Gaffigan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-JT7BQB3DM
Get to know Jim Gaffigan in four jokes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ciqLF6piUw
Choosing a Church outfit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwdbzui_S9o
Church parking lot road rage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYVX-aQDPH8
Why do the people in the government talk so weird
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFQ1448Yzt8
Social Anxiety
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qPsTCR1z8Q
Bob Nelson is a comedy legend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWK7fCJ0K70
Bob Nelson: Infamous for leaving Audiences in tears
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x34993MsbVI
Comedy Clips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsZh_70mEtA
If Jesus was on Twitter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sLAw9gZ5PA
What's that clicking noise
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7_3xxQXgFs
Henry Cho-Late Late Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC-CtVq4zwE
Clean Comedies…
Winding Down the laughter with some good comedy movies. Just like any good workout, one must wind down their good laughing workout with a good comedy. Here are ten comedies that have been rated by God tube, so go and grab some snack food and popcorn and get your comedy movies on and continue your wind-down of your laugh-fest workout. The Comedies listed were from the website: God Tube https://www.godtube.com/news/top-10-clean-comedy-movies-for-a-good-laugh.html
These were the movies rated from the website listed above. Log on and see what they have to say…
10. The Three Musketeers (1993)
Rated PG
9. Night at the Museum (2006)
Rated PG
8. Kicking and Screaming (2005)
Rated PG
7. Heavy Weights (2003)
Rated PG
6. Groundhog Day (1993)
Rated PG
5. What About Bob? (1991)
Rated PG
4. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002)
Rated PG
3. Daddy Daycare (2003)
Rated PG
2. Bride Wars (2009)
Rated PG
1. The Princess Bride (1987)
Rated PG
These are websites that talk about the benefits of laughing if you would care to indulge yourself in learning some more…
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-neurochemical-self/202003/three-ways-laugh-more
https://daringtolivefully.com/how-to-laugh-more
Thank you for taking the time to add a pep to your step, a smile to your day, a laugh to a moment, a whistle on your lips, and whatever else these gatherings of laughter items brought your way. I have really enjoyed finding these, reading these, watching them, approving them, as it has really cheered up my world which has made people around me smile because seeing me smile (smiles are contagious, you know) has made them smile. So what are you waiting for? Go and have yourself a laughter party and change that frown upside down and take a moment to fill your life with some happiness and joy.
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No, standing up for oneself does not conflict with Christian humility. Humility involves recognizing our dependence on God and others, not devaluing ourselves. It's possible to maintain humility while asserting our dignity and rights.
Jesus reminded His followers that they might face persecution for standing up for righteousness (Matthew 5:10-12). But He also promised blessings and rewards for those who endure. Therefore, do not fear standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.
The Bible encourages us to speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). This means expressing our feelings and needs honestly but respectfully, without resorting to harmful words or actions. Prayer, wisdom, and guidance from the Holy Spirit are also crucial in such situations.
Start by understanding your worth as God's creation. Then, strive to maintain your integrity, express yourself honestly and respectfully, forgive and respond to evil with good, and rely on God's strength and wisdom in conflicts. These principles can guide you in various situations—whether at work, school, home, or in your community.
The teaching of turning the other cheek is about responding to evil with good, not avoiding conflict. It encourages non-retaliation and forgiveness. However, it doesn't mean allowing persistent injustice or abuse.
