Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come into his presence with singing. Know that the Lord is God. It is he that made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, bless his name. For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures for ever, and his faithfulness to all generations. (Psalm 100)

Make a joyful noise - ruwa - a loud shout.

Serve with gladness - simchah - be merry, mirthful, and light-hearted.

Sing - rananah - exuberant, ringing, even raucous noise.

This is the day the Lord has made. This is the life the Lord has given us. In each day and every life - no matter the struggle - there is cause for thanksgiving. Especially in the midst of struggle, finding cause for joy is both faithful and helpful. If we lose ourselves in praise, we may find ourselves in joy.

You may listen to the Beatles sing Twist and Shout courtesty of Delta Records (warning over 1.5 megabytes).