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THE JOY OF THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH (3)

TIMES OF REFRESHING ONLINE DAILY DEVOTIONAL www.thefountspring.org

DATE: SUNDAY, 27 AUGUST 2023

So, beloved, one other way the joy of the Lord becomes our strength is that it renews our perspective in life. It shifts our focus from the challenges at hand to the greatness of our God. Yes, it’s true. When we fix our gaze on God’s sovereignty, faithfulness, and love, we find renewed confidence in His ability to guide us through every circumstance. And this perspective reminds us that God’s power is made perfect in our weakness (see 2 Corinthians 12:9).

Bottom of FormSCRIPTURE: But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

REFRESHING FOR THE DAY: Again, we should also note that the joy of the Lord is not meant to be contained within us. It’s a gift to be shared with others. So, as we overflow with God’s joy, we become bearers of hope to a world in need. Our joy becomes a testimony of God’s goodness and a beacon of light in the darkness. Stay Refreshed!

NOTE THIS: When we fix our gaze on God’s sovereignty, faithfulness, and love, we find renewed confidence in His ability to guide us through every circumstance.

RESPONSIBILITY: So, let us embrace the truth that the joy of the Lord is our strength; it renews our perspective and transforms our lives.

PRAYER: Oh LORD, help our lives. Equip us with the strength that comes from Your joy to face challenges with courage and navigate uncertainties with faith, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!

PROPHETIC WORD: As we’re equipped in the joy of the Lord, may we receive the strength to overcome challenges and uncertainties, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!

BIBLE TEXTS: 2 Corinthians 12:9

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Obiorah, Emeka Prince is a Gospel Servant, an author, a counsellor, a teacher and a minister of the Word. He is a versatile writer and a blogger. He has written many articles published online. He is a member of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, (CCRN). He is the author of Times of Refreshing Online Daily Devotional, a daily online devotional that was borne out of the inspiration and direction of the Holy Spirit. It ushers fresh breath into the souls of men, while refreshing and nourishing his spiritual wellbeing. He is the Founder and the Chairman Board of Trustee of The Fount Spring Empowerment Foundation, a non-governmental Organization formed to be a source of help to humanity towards empowering the people. He is happily married to Vivian and proud father to Testimony and Thanksgiving.