BUT a crushed spirit (Proverbs 17:22)

A cheerful heart is good medicine,

BUT

a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

Proverbs 17:22

I immediately noticed that in this verse it says nothing about someone else cheering me on. We are responsible for the condition of our heart. That doesn't mean we can't try to make others feel better or encourage others. BUT if you are feeling down today remember you are a child of the King! God really loves you and wants you to have a cheerful heart no matter what you are going through.

BUT may the righteous be glad (Psalm 68:3)

BUT may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God;

may they be happy and joyful.

Psalms 68:3

I think our culture misrepresents the word righteous as a bad thing. The definition is a man who is morally right. Far too often "righteous" people seem to be judgmental and grumpy. I say we represent righteousness by being Happy and Joyful!

One way to start is by thinking in the order

Jesus first

Others Next

Yourself.

BUT... also with those who have a broken heart (Isaiah 57)

Sure, I live in a high and holy place, 

BUT... also with those who have a broken heart
to revive their spirit. 

Isaiah 57

It is so awesome to realize that even though God lives in a high and holy place He also lives with us. So no matter what you are going through hold onto this promise that God is with you and He will revive your spirit.