Here’s Script 8 of 9 in your Fruits of the Spirit EFT Tapping series, now focusing on Joy—designed to help you release heaviness, invite gratitude, and allow the Spirit’s joy to rise naturally within you.
EFT Tapping Script – Fruit of the Spirit: JOY
“Allowing Joy to Rise Within Me”
(Script 8 of 9)
Preparation
Sit comfortably and take a slow, deep breath.
Place one hand over your heart and one on your belly.
Feel the presence of God’s Spirit filling your being.
Begin tapping gently on the Karate Chop point.
Setup Statement (Karate Chop – repeat 3 times)
“Even though sometimes I feel heavy, sad, or burdened,
I now choose to surrender these feelings
to the loving guidance of the Holy Spirit.”
“Even though life can feel difficult or discouraging,
I open my heart now
and allow the Fruit of the Spirit—Joy—
to rise naturally from within me.”
“Even though I may have forgotten how to celebrate life,
I choose to trust God’s Spirit to fill me with true, lasting joy.”
Tapping Round 1 – Acknowledging Resistance to Joy
Eyebrow:
“Sometimes I feel weighed down or sad.”
Side of Eye:
“I notice heaviness in my heart.”
Under Eye:
“I may focus on what’s missing rather than what is present.”
Under Nose:
“I sometimes forget to celebrate small blessings.”
Chin:
“I may resist feeling truly happy.”
Collarbone:
“I carry past disappointments or hurts.”
Under Arm:
“All these feelings that block joy.”
Top of Head:
“I acknowledge them gently and honestly.”
Tapping Round 2 – Releasing Blocks
Eyebrow:
“I don’t have to stay in heaviness.”
Side of Eye:
“I release past sadness and regret.”
Under Eye:
“I let go of what dims my spirit.”
Under Nose:
“I allow lightness and gratitude to enter my heart.”
Chin:
“I choose to focus on blessings, however small.”
Collarbone:
“I release resistance to joy.”
Under Arm:
“I allow my heart to open.”
Top of Head:
“I make space for joy to arise.”
Tapping Round 3 – Inviting the Fruit of Joy
Eyebrow:
“I invite the Holy Spirit to fill me with joy.”
Side of Eye:
“I allow happiness and delight to rise within me.”
Under Eye:
“I choose to see the good in life and in others.”
Under Nose:
“Joy is my God-given inheritance.”
Chin:
“I allow laughter, gratitude, and lightness to flow.”
Collarbone:
“My heart is aligned with God’s joy.”
Under Arm:
“I radiate joy in my thoughts, words, and actions.”
Top of Head:
“Joy flows naturally and effortlessly through me.”
Tapping Round 4 – Embodying Joy
Eyebrow:
“I celebrate life with an open heart.”
Side of Eye:
“I notice blessings and miracles around me.”
Under Eye:
“I smile from my soul and feel lightness.”
Under Nose:
“I allow joy to inspire my words and actions.”
Chin:
“I am filled with gratitude and delight.”
Collarbone:
“My Spirit rejoices in God’s goodness.”
Under Arm:
“I live each moment with hope and positivity.”
Top of Head:
“Joy is a natural part of who I am.”
Closing Integration
Place both hands over your heart.
Take a slow, deep breath in… and gently release.
Silently or aloud, say:
“Holy Spirit, thank You for filling me with joy.
I surrender sadness, heaviness, and doubt.
Let Your joy flow freely in my heart, my mind, and my actions.
May I celebrate life as You intended, with gratitude and delight. Amen.”
Pause and notice the warmth, lightness, and lifted energy in your being.