The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength – Part 2
The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength Part 2
If our joy is found in the Lord, nothing can disrupt it, not even economic crisis or credit crunch. The Word of God tells us in Habakkuk 3:17-18, "Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in my Saviour."
Wow! This is definitely the God-kind of joy and it is the secret of real joy. We can endure trials in this life because of the joys in the life to come. Knowing that our sovereign God will walk with us and use trials to deepen our maturity, we can count them all joy. Apostle James tells us, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." James 1:2-3
Perseverance enables us to be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Trials do not happen without a reason and in the midst of them; we should thank God for all He is doing in our life, and not lose our joy. We should learn to break forth in songs, rejoice and sing praises to the Almighty God. Praise is the overflow of a joyful heart and we have so much to thank God for. And a song in your heart puts a smile on your face.
Sing Psalms to the Lord and talk of His wondrous works. Sing of the SUN of Righteousness who has risen with healing in His wings, leaving behind a lingering memory of His love. No matter what we are going through, if we are walking with Jesus, we can still rejoice. Joy comes from the Lord, who lives in us, and not what is happening around us.
We can never find true joy until we obey Christ's command to "seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Matthew 6:33. Unless God is a major pursuit of our lives, all other pursuits are not worth it. So when we go after God, He will fill us with His joy and His goodness.
In the darkest times of our lives, God loves to turn "our mourning into dancing." His Word tells us in Psalm 30:5b, "Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning." There is lasting love and joy in Jesus Christ and when we trust in His goodness, we find gladness. A heart touched by grace brings joy to the face.
By depending on the Holy Spirit, we can have a positive impact on everyone we meet, even if all we do is smile or listen. The Lord fills us with joy unspeakable and we are full of His glory. Child of God, let the joy of the Lord be your strength and the shout of joy will be heard in your dwelling. Let your heart be continually filled with His joy and you shall not eat the bread of sorrow, in Jesus' exalted name. AMEN
PRAYER OF SALVATION
If you have not already committed your life to Jesus and you would like to do so now, please pray this prayer:
"Lord Jesus, I am sorry for all the things I have done wrong. Thank you for dying for me on the cross, to set me free from my sins. I ask you to come into my life as my personal Lord and Saviour, and fill me with the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord Jesus. Amen."
Congratulations, if you have prayed this prayer. Please look for a Bible-believing church, to fellowship with the brethren. Please do not hesitate to contact me, if I can be of any assistance to you. Remain blessed and enjoy the presence of the Lord.
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