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What if we look at the ORDINARY in life – and see the EXTRAORDINARY touch of God?  

Instead of negative headlines – let’s look at positive heart-lines.  

We fill our lives with so much, but are we filling them with what boosts us and others?  

Check out what I have to say in “Speaking Joyfully.”

Maybe you’ll be encouraged. Perhaps you’ll be inspired.
Hopefully you’ll smile.

Life IS better when it’s FULL…
JOY-full, THANK-full, PURPOSE-full and FRIEND-full!

Joy Dunlap Writer Speaker

Who am I?
I’m a woman of faith. A wife. A friend. A writer. An encourager.
A military spouse – “once a military spouse, always a military spouse.”
But, I’ve got lots of “formers” too.
Former journalist, broadcaster, advocate, advertising agent, sales and marketing manager, organizational leader, and non-profit executive.
Former Size 4 (Oops, how did that get in there? And, how did those extra sizes get in me?)
But as Ralph Waldo Emerson said,
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”
I like that.

Creepy Mind Invaders – 3 Helps to Block Those Haunted Thoughts

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com Like scary characters popping out in a haunted house, negative thoughts can burst into our minds stimulating fear, anxiety, or guilt.  Mind invaders dangle into the passageways of our minds like strands of spider webs touching us,...
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The Giveaway

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com The workman in our backyard held up a feather and pointed to it. “It’s a hawk feather,” I said through the glass in our sunroom. His eyes widened, and he pointed to the trees further back in our yard. I nodded. He looked up to the...
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Is that a Shepherd and Protector I See?

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com I couldn’t believe what I was seeing.  What looked like a white marble lion sculpture atop our neighbor’s semi-circle firepit was actually their new half and half – Anatolian Shepherd and Pyrenees dog. On the highest surface in the...
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Seeing the Face of Jesus

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com “It would take a miracle,” the ER doctor said. Earlier, when I arrived at my brother’s apartment, flashing lights from a firetruck, EMT vans, and a police car added to the surrealness and the shock. “They’ve been working on him for...
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The Woman in Front of Me

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com People know what they’re here for – and they’re excited about it. Clapping. Cheering. Chanting. Trumpets and other instruments blast out songs that spark energy and uplift the spirit. In the student section, chants and hand motions...
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What Can You Count On This Year?

©Joy Dunlap  https://joydunlap.com What do you expect this year to bring?   What can you count on? We may set goals, establish resolutions, pick words of the year, and dive into new activities to try to make life better.  Expectations may be that if we do X, Y might...
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TESTIMONIALS

Joy’s heart for the Lord and for others comes through in her writing, her relationships and her life. Her writing reflects her ability to look at the ordinary and sees the extraordinary hand of God at work. The clever stories she tells and the way she weaves Scripture into her writing invite the reader to live life purposefully and joyfully through the Lord.

Rebecca Hagelin, author of “Home Invasion: Protecting Your Family in a Culture That’s Gone Stark Raving Mad” and “30 Ways in 30 Days to Save Your Family.”

Joy Dunlap is a delight to read. Practical, thoughtful, and always applicable, she has a remarkable way of bringing biblical truth to light by sharing the observations she makes in daily life. Her blog provides a space of retreat where spiritual insights renew and refresh my busy soul. I’ve known Joy since our childhood and from the earliest days of our friendship I loved the way God gifted her to paint unforgettable images with the written word. Saturated with the gospel, Joy’s writings offer encouragement and hope to season the lessons life brings our way.

Frank R. Lewis, Senior Pastor, Nashville First Baptist Church

One thing I admire about Joy is her love for her work and her enthusiasm whether it is speaking, writing, planning or orchestrating – she does all with excellence. The basis of her work is foundational to everything she does – that is, she loves the Lord and always seeks His wisdom and guidance through His word and prayer when she is about to embark on anything. 

Shirley Lawing, former Women’s Ministry Director, Bethel Baptist Church

Joy Dunlap is a truly “Joy-ful” and anointed speaker…a gifted speaker who involves and captivates her audience.    

Protestant Women of the Chapel, military base retreat comment

Joy’s dedication to reaching out, supporting and ministering to other women is no less than inspiring. She is gifted with the ability to counsel and encourage, and knows how to put forth and maintain a positive message in every circumstance.

Rausa (businesswoman, nurse)

Always smiling, upbeat and encouraging, Joy consistently adds depth to each of our small group studies. Although not the assigned teacher of our group, she fills in when needed and as a teacher brings out an important lesson in each scripture we study. It is evident she spends a lot of time talking to God – and walks with Him on a daily basis.

Becky (businesswoman, women’s Bible study group communicator)

From the moment I met Joy, I was amazed at her genuine spirit, she is a very warm and caring person who is gifted with many talents.

I had the privilege of serving alongside Joy in a very important ministry where she headed a large Women’s Ministry. Joy is a gifted, creative writer. She is also a very good speaker who speaks with confidence. More than all of this, she loves the Lord and her life is an example of His love.

Shirley (ministry leader)

I was intrigued the entire time.  Funny, informative, great topics and teaching.  Very reflective.

(VA church Retreat comment)

Joy helps us see the importance and the benefits of the uniqueness between us and our friends.

Sue  (VA church retreat comment)

Joy’s dynamic personality leaves a lasting impression on those with whom she comes in contact.

Debbie  (women’s retreat coordinator)

Based upon Biblical principles, Joy inspires and encourages women to initiate, develop and maintain relationships by giving them very real and practical suggestions. This program is a must for anyone who desires to enlarge their territory and experience the fullness of friendships.

Ronda (author)

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