I love, love, love to laugh. I especially appreciate a good chuckle when I can listen unbothered by concerns regarding profanity.
The Sacred Gift of Laughter
The Bible reminds us that laughter can be, at the very least, a joyful sound. However, laughter in the scriptures has nuanced, shades of meaning.
Ecclesiastes 3:4 tells us there is “a time to weep and a time to laugh,” indicating that laughter, like sorrow, has a season.
Proverbs 14:13 deepens this truth: “Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow.” The biblical writers recognize that laughter is part of the full spectrum of human emotion.
This verse suggests that mirth can mask pain and be part of a longer, more complex story.
This multi-faceted nature of laughter makes clean or Christian comedy especially valuable.
In a world flooded with cynicism and crude humor, comedians like Leanne Morgan, Marcus D. Wiley, and Mike Goodwin stand out for bringing wholesome, faith-rooted humor to audiences.
Morgan shares Southern charm and motherhood mishaps with heart. Wiley blends theology and comedy in insightful ways. Goodwin, a self-proclaimed “bowtie comedian,” uplifts with thoughtful, family-friendly material.
These artists remind us that laughter can be both sacred and healing—a way to uplift others, reflect truth, and point toward lasting joy in Jesus.
Laughter as a Life Line
For example, I only recently realized that every one of us experienced the Pandemic differently.
Co-workers confided that while Covid deaths here in NYC, the onetime epicenter of the Covid crisis in the U.S. they personally experienced some of the best, most rested, and healing times for them and for their family.
These persons specifically mentioned:
~that they felt privileged to stay home with their young children;
~they enjoyed being with their family in a more “present” manner;
~they were able to complete mandatory degrees online which then qualified them for pay raises;
~they received stimulus payments; and,
~they were able to invest time to reflect as to their next steps in their lives.
Great, good stuff!
On the other hand, I experienced the pandemic as one of the worst times in my life.
Comedy was a lever opening a window allowing in sunshine and space, momentarily scattering the gloom of my many challenges.
Notice that clean comedy doesn’t avoid life’s complexities; it speaks hope into them. Comedy shows that laughter, when rooted in love and truth, is a gift worth sharing.
Enjoy the segments linked below. Please do leave a comment about your favorite comedians.
Be advised, however. While I’ve never heard these comedians utter profanity, some of their material may be inappropriate for younger audiences.
xoxoKimberly
Leanne Morgan – Nick Jonas: “Who ARE you?!”
Leanne Morgan – Having a Daughter
Marcus D. Wiley – Grown, Gray, Forgiven
Marcus D. Wiley – Marriage is Major Surgery
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