"Joy is a flame that glimmers only in the palm of the open and humble hand. In an open and humble palm, released and surrendered to receive, light dances, flickers happy. The moment the hand is clenched tight, fingers all pointing towards self and rights and demands, joy is snuffed out. Anger is the lid that suffocates joy until she lies limp and lifeless."

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About Ann Voskamp

Canadian Christian writer and blogger known for bestselling devotional and memoir-style books such as One Thousand Gifts. Her work focuses on gratitude, faith, and everyday spiritual practice.

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