Joy

November 11th – Romans 1:8

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Romans 1:8

There is nothing more rewarding than seeing someone you helped bring to Christ, declare Him as their Savior. That is the same joy Paul felt when writing to the Romans. The apostle gave thanks that they had they received Jesus, and their faith was being proclaimed in all the world. The greatest calling God gives to us is the same He gave to Paul. To boldly share the Good News of Jesus Christ throughout the world. God calls us to lead lives that shine brightly with His glory. So brightly, others are attracted to Him like moths to a flame. “Always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence.” (1 Peter 3:15) The sand in the hourglass is running out. Jesus will soon return. And out of hearts of thankfulness for His saving grace, we need to proclaim the Gospel while there is still time!

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August 5th – Romans 8:37

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Romans 8:37

Paul makes it clear in no uncertain terms that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ. No trial, sorrow, persecution, circumstance, and not death itself can severe the bond we have with Jesus. Through Him we are the victors. Mighty conquerors who can claim victory over sin and Satan himself through the blood of the Lamb. And even greater still, Paul says we are more than conquerors. To be more than conquerors means that not only do we triumph over the Enemy, the painful tribulations we suffer are used by God for our benefit. Our Father in His love for us, uses all things, especially the hard times, to work together for good. (Rom. 8:28) What Satan plans for our demise, God uses to deepen our dependency on Him and to strengthen our faith, allowing us to win every battle that comes against us, through Christ’s love, making our victory even sweeter.

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March 4th – Psalm 51:12

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Psalm 51:12

Once we accept Jesus as our Savior, we receive the free gift of salvation. And although that salvation can never be lost, the joy of being saved is diminished when we live in unrepentant sin. David loved the Lord, but his sin with Bathsheba affected the relationship between them. And sin affects ours as well. And to bring us back into fellowship with God we need to, like David, confess and repent from our sin. When we do, God is faithful to welcome us back into His loving arms, and fill our hearts with the joy of having a close personal relationship with Him once again!

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January 9th-Proverbs 23:18

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Proverbs 23:18

The beginning of each new year is supposed to be filled with hope and excitement for the new months to come. But what if it’s not? For many people there isn’t much hope or joy to be found in the world today. And sadly, it’s hard to argue otherwise. But thankfully, as followers of Jesus, we can have a hope and excitement the world can never take away. For we know our future. It is one filled with an eternity of joy, and peace spent in the presence of God. And as the days grow closer to the Lord’s return, we can hearts overflowing with hope and excitement at the certainty of the awesome future ahead!

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December 24th – Luke 1:14

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Luke 1:14

Have you ever given up on a dream because you think it could never come true? Zacharias had always wanted a child, but his wife Elizabeth was barren. On his own, Zacharias couldn’t make it happen. But with God, all things are possible! When Elizabeth was 60 years old, an angel of the Lord came to Zacharias and told him not only was his wife going to get pregnant, but it would be a boy! God blessed Zacharias with his son John whose great work would be to prepare the hearts of the people to receive the promised Messiah, Jesus Christ.

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December 10th – Romans 15:13

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Romans 15:13

Hope, Joy, and peace aren’t things we just wish for around the holidays. As a Christian, God wants everyday to be filled with the hope, joy, and peace that He alone can provide. We have hope knowing that God wants the best for us, and always fulfills His promises. We have joy feeling the great love God has for us, as shown in the blessings we receive each day. And we have peace knowing that when we make God our refuge, we are in the safe under the wings of the Creator of the universe!

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November 9th – Psalm 28:7

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Psalm 28:7

Did you know that singing not only can boost your mood, but also alleviate anxiety and stress? David knew all about anxiety. Constantly chased by his enemies and a king who wanted him dead, the book of Psalms is filled with the cries of David for deliverance. But even when it seemed hopeless, he never gave up, never gave in to despair. Instead David remembered the promises of his Father in heaven, and trusted in His goodness. And from a heart filled with joy, sang songs of praise to God for His love and faithfulness.

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November 4 – 1 Thessalonians 5:18

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1 Thessalonians 5:18

It’s easy to thank God during the good times, but what about the bad? Although trials are never easy, God wants us to be able to find gratitude in each tribulation we face. But how do we thank Him when it feels as though our tears will never dry, our hearts will never heal, and our circumstance will never change? On our own it’s impossible. But in the strength of Jesus, the impossible becomes possible. When we walk with the Lord and lay all things at His feet, we can not only thank God in all things, we can also experience the peace and joy of knowing everything is in the perfect hands of God who loves us most!

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October 31 – Ephesians 1:18

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Ephesians 1:18

Gratitude is important. God wants us to be thankful everyday for the blessings that He so freely gives us. But you know what else is important? Joy. God also wants us to feel the joy that comes with His blessings. Joy from knowing that our Father in heaven, through His unmerited love, sent His Son to die so that we can live. God calls us beloved, righteous, and His. He blesses us abundantly not because He has to, but because He wants to. And knowing this, should light up our hearts with great joy!

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