Living A Joy Filled Life
Welcome Friend!
If you are new here, I’m April Gadoury, the face behind A Joy Full Life.
If you’ve been here before, welcome back! You may notice some changes.
My ministry has matured and I have found clarity in how to unite my gifts and passions in a way that I hope is a blessing to you. I was struggling a bit on how to pull together my many interests: art, writing, devotional experiences, speaking and my first love Jesus and His Word.
Promoting myself never feels comfortable. Because it’s not about me. It’s about our awesome God and all He has for us. I desire to see women walk in the freedom Jesus died for them to have. It literally hurts my heart when women are stuck and not walking in their full potential.
I used to think that once I got it all figured out, then God could use me. When I fully grasped I will NEVER have it all figured out (until I see Jesus face to face), the chains broke, and I could walk in my calling. Striving, feelings of inadequacy, fear, and so much more are gone. This has taken years of studying the Word, time with other believers, and listening to God (not the voice of the enemy). Recognizing and accepting “the joy of the Lord is my strength” has emboldened and empowered me like never before. His joy. His strength. “Apart from Him, I can do no good thing.”
I now truly understand that God uses the foolish things of the world (that’s me!) to confound the proud (ummm yup, I’m that too sometimes). He wants us to step out in faith, knowing He is with us each step of the way. So that’s what I’m doing.
My prayer is for this to be a place you find encouragement and inspiration as we grow in our faith together. Poke around and let me know what you think.
Here’s my new mission:
A Joy Full Life inspires and equips women to dig deeper into the Word of God through creative, reflective, and memorable experiences - using art, writing, and storytelling to celebrate a joy full life lived with Jesus.
This is my heart now - well-rooted and grounded in the truth and love of Almighty God. I have found lasting freedom from depression (battled for years). I have spent 30 years of daily time in His word and prayer. And I have made MANY mistakes along the way. It is only because of His faithfulness, His mercy, His grace, and His love that this ministry exists. It is His work in me and through me. I am nothing without Him.
Surrender. It brings so much peace. Loosening our grip allows Him to steer so we can enjoy the ride. (Thanks for that insight Desiree!)
I hope you will stop by often as we celebrate our lives lived with Jesus! Please sign up for my emails and let me know how I can pray for you. I love praying and listening.
Hugs and blessings,