Joy
Where does joy come?
A moment with God….
So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God. Romans 5:11
For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” Zephaniah 3:17
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. Philippians 4:4-5
Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. Philippians 4:11-12
Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces… Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! Psalm 34:5, 8
Thoughts from God’s Word….
We are an emotional being because God created us with feelings!! It is not unusual or abnormal to experience emotional and spiritual highs and lows. However, the joy and contentment to which these verses refer run much deeper then the emotions of the moment. Real joy is more than happiness. This kind of joy is like a strong current that runs beneath the stormy surface of our feelings. In essence, joy is the celebration of walking with God. It is a sense of security that can come only from being held by an eternal God. It is peace, knowing God accepts us for who we are and that He wants us in heaven with Him forever. You experience joy through the quiet confidence that God is guiding us at all times and in all things and through knowing that wherever He guides us, we will have peace of mind.
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