“THIS JOY I HAVE!”
We often say “the JOY of the Lord is my strength“, but in reality we equate joy with the “happenings” that surround us—such as closing on that new house, obtaining that degree or diploma, getting that promotion on the job, opening a new business, or finally being included in a long sought after social status or position.
All of these “good things” come from God, and we should rejoice when we receive these blessings from the LORD. However, it is possible to have all of these “good things” and still not have Joy. The mistake we often make is seeking JOY outside of GOD.
GOD is the ONLY true SOURCE of JOY. When we put our trust in Him, we can experience JOY in all our life circumstances—even in the midst of struggles, sickness and loss…IF our hope is in the LORD!
Don’t miss out on experiencing God’s great JOY in your life by putting your hope and trust in stuff or other people and their opinions. HOPE IN GOD! He alone is the health of our countenance that allows us to radiate love to those around us and experience the true JOY of the LORD!
THIS JOY is our STRENGTH!🙌🏼🙏🏽~M. Ford
“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? And why art thou disquieted within me? Hope thou in God; For I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.” (Psalm 42:11 KJV)
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13 NKJV)
“Are You Enjoying Jesus Yet?” 