Joy Unspeakable

How can you have joy when it seems like the wheels are coming off at every turn, and you’re holding on for dear life? There’s good news! You can be unhappy, even devastated, and still have Joy Unspeakable, Regardless of Your Circumstances! Yes, joy and sorrow can dance together during adversity. That’s because true joy comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ.

The authors of this book have suffered heart-wrenching tragedies and tribulations that everyone can relate to. Still, they celebrate that the Lord is their shield, refuge, strength, peace, hope, and JOY—despite the storms of life—because God has given us the final victory and bestowed upon us undefeatable joy.

Contents

Introduction

Front Cover Explanation

“Code Blue” - Lillian Cucuzza

“Wallow or Worship” - Lisa Hathaway

“Journey Through the Darkness” - Robin Kirby-Gatto

“Being Joyful in Every Circumstance” - Ethel Hicks

“Rejoice in Answered Prayer” - Catherine La Belle

“Finding Joy in Sorrow” - Mary Simpson

“Joy in the Surrender” - Amanda Jackman

“What Cancer Can’t Do” - Robert Thompson

“Broken Pieces Made Whole” - Terry Perches

“Oil of Joy” - Stephanie Winslow

“Down-in-My-Heart Joy” - Elaine Nasworthy

“Fishing With Bagels, Catching HIS Joy” - Ruby Tucker

“Finding Joy Unspeakable in the Midst of a Tragedy” - Sandra Fincher Porter

“Joy in Aging” - Janet Harllee

“Joy in the Midst of Loneliness” – Nette

“Why Bother to Pray?” - Ann Hall

“Joy in God’s Faithfulness: The Randy and Pam Barton Love Story” - Elizabeth Anne Bridges

“Joy Restored” - Grace Hartley

“My Walk With God Through Cancer” - Louisa van der Westhuizen

“Broken Vessel” - Connie Ann VanHorn

Afterword

Joy Unspeakable: Regardless of Your Circumstances presents expository teaching coupled with individual stories that testify to the joy of the Lord and the strength He provides amid trials and heartaches. The words in this book will encourage, inspire, motivate, and give you hope, joy, and peace as God unleashes His Joy Unspeakable into your life, regardless of your circumstances.

Lillian Cucuzza resides in Land O' Lakes, Florida. She has been married since 1982 to professional theater organist Dave Cucuzza, whom she met when she bought an organ and lessons from him.As Regional Vice President of a financial services company, she enjoys coaching people toward financial independence.Lillian's passions are nature photography and serving God. Her photography accomplishments include First Place at the Florida State Fair in 2020 and 2021, the first two years she competed! In 2021, she was awarded First Place by the Florida Press Association in the Division A Reader-Generated Photo category of Weekly Newspapers for her iconic photo of the Neowise Comet over the Grand Tetons. Lillian's work is regularly published in The Laker/Lutz News, and her photo-art is regularly showcased in art shows around Florida.Lillian is the featured photographer and author for HIS Creations, LLC, a Christian photo-art and crafts online store at www.HisCreationsLLC.com. You can also view more of her photo gallery at www.HisCreationsllc.pixels.com and www.LillianCucuzzaPhotography.com. Lillian became a best-selling author in 2021 with the Women World Leader's book, Victories: Claiming Freedom in Christ.As a contributor to Women World Leaders' magazine, Voice of Truth, she uses her photography and writing talents to glorify and honor God for His beautiful creation.Lillian's goal in writing this book is to share the gospel, bring hope to a lost and hurting world, bolster your faith, and help you live in joy, no matter how bad things seem. (Romans 15:13)Please visit, like, and follow Lillian's website www.HisCreationsLLC.com, Facebook and Instagram @HISCreationsLLC, or email her at Lillian.HisCreations@gmail.com.

As the Founder and co-CEO of Women World Leaders, a worldwide ministry empowering women to find their God-given purpose, Kimberly Ann Hobbs oversees all elements of the ministry, including Voice of Truth magazine. Kimberly is also the co-CEO of World Publishing and Productions and an international best-selling author, speaker, motivational leader, and life coach. As part of Women World Leaders' Podcast, Kimberly hosts Empowering Lives with Purpose, interviewing beautiful women from around the world. She also shares daily devotions on the WWL Facebook group and website, www.womenworldleaders.com. Kimberly has been a guest speaker on Moody Bible Radio Stations and made appearances on Daystar Television, sharing her passion for bringing women to a closer walk with Jesus through encouragement. She is an artist, with much of her work reaching worldwide, and sits on Kerus Global Education advisory board, helping raise support for South Africa's orphaned children.Kimberly supports her husband, Ken, in his ministry: United Men of Honor - Unitedmenofhonor.com. Together they serve in missions and ministry and run their own financial coaching business. They have children and grandchildren whom they love very much and a home-life "Tiki Hut Ministry" in South Florida.

Julie T. Jenkins is the co-CEO of Women World Leaders and World Publishing and Productions. She loves giving her time and talents to our Lord. Julie is partnered with Kimberly Hobbs to oversee WWL. She guides the ministry coordinators, writes for and leads the editing team of Voice of Truth magazine, and hosts "Walking in the Word" - the weekly biblical teaching episode of the Women World Leaders' Podcast. Additionally, she is a Bible teacher and best-selling author. Through WPP, Julie is honored to serve as a writing coach and editor for those called to share their God-story with the world. Born in Indiana and raised in Ohio, Julie earned her Bachelor of Communications at The University of Tulsa and her Master's of Biblical Exposition from Moody Bible College. She traveled with Up With People, was a long-time Bible Study Fellowship leader, and has completed multiple biblical and leadership training programs. Julie and her husband, Michael, have been married for 26 years, live in Jupiter, Florida, and own and operate J29 Marketing - a full-service digital marketing company. They have three children, of whom they are immensely proud. Julie can be contacted at julie@womenworldleaders.com or julie@worldpublishingandproductions.com