The joy of the Lord is our strength!! [May 16, 2024 ]

May 16, 2024
The joy of the Lord is our strength!! [May 16, 2024 ]

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The joy of the Lord is our strength!!
Nehemiah 8:10
The joy of the Lord is my strength

The Google dictionary defines joy as a feeling of great pleasure and happiness.

Biblical “joy” does not depend on your circumstances. There may be chaos all around you but the joy of the Lord which is your strength will keep you going.

That is the message the verse above gives. Scripture also says in Proverbs 17:22) that

A merry heart ( joy) does good like medicine but a broken spirit ( sadness) dries up the bones

Meaning, if you have joy ( you are optimistic) it keeps you healthy and helps you overcome your circumstances. However, sadness ( pessimism) will cause you to fail in all areas of your life including your health ( dries up your bones)

Philippians 4:4-5
Rejoice in the Lord alway, again I say rejoice. Let all men (everybody) know your forbearance.

This verse from the new testament re- emphasizes that because of the power and importance of joy in our lives, it is good or beneficial to let it be evident even in trying times that the joy of the Lord is our strength( Let all men know your forbearance) How do you do this?

By

– Praising the Lord always in spite of your circumstances ( Psalm 150:6)

– Giving thanks in all circumstances, good or bad. ( 1 Thessalonians 5:18)

– Testifying about the Lord’s goodness and emphasizing that He can make both good and bad circumstances work for your ( Romans 8:28)
God be with you

How can I apply the word to my life?
1. Trust in God and do what is right

Song for meditation

Let this song be your confession and prayer

I have joy in my heart deep, deep, down in my heart
Jesus gave me joy
And no one can destroy it
I have joy in my heart
Deep, deep, down in my heart
Jesus gave me joy
And no one can destroy it
I have joy in my heart
Deep, deep, down in my heart
Amen