THE JOY OF THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH (4)
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DATE: MONDAY, 28 AUGUST 2023
Again, beloved, the joy of the Lord is our anchor in life. When the winds of adversity blow and the waves of hardship crash around us, the joy of the Lord holds us steady. It’s not a fleeting emotion, but a steadfast assurance that God is with us. This assurance becomes our strength when our own resolves falter.
Bottom of FormSCRIPTURE: “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” — Psalm 16:11 (NIV)
REFRESHING FOR THE DAY: More so, there is a connection between joy and strength. The more we experience the joy of the Lord, the more we find ourselves infused with His strength. This strength is not a mere physical prowess, but a spiritual resilience that enables us to endure and overcome challenges. Just as physical strength enables us to lift burdens, spiritual strength empowers us to carry life’s burdens with grace. Stay Refreshed!
NOTE THIS: When the winds of adversity blow and the waves of hardship crash around us, the joy of the Lord holds us steady.
RESPONSIBILITY: So, let us ask God for the grace to cultivate His joy in our hearts daily.
PRAYER: Oh LORD, thank you for the unwavering source of joy that comes from knowing and trusting in You. Help us to cultivate this joy in our hearts daily, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
PROPHETIC WORD: May our lives be a reflection of the joy that comes from walking closely with God. And as we face the ups and downs of life, may His joy sustain us, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
BIBLE TEXTS: Psalm 16:11
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