These two assurances bring comfort to my heart, and with comfort, joy. Did I mention I love them? Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me. Psalm 23:4 JPS And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to...
Consider it all joy. [James 1:2] We are exploring significant words of The Christian Faith in our series ‘Say The Word.’ We come today to the word joy. Webster’s College Dictionary defines joy (noun) as a very glad feeling; happiness; great pleasure;...
The deeper one’s walk with Christ, the deeper the joy. Let joy be the barometer of faithfulness in Christ. When joy ebbs, look for an area of life that is not wholly set apart for Him. Surrender it.
This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24. ESV We have posted this before. But it is the hallmark of each new day. It is true again each morning. Today we add the definition of joy: “Joy is the settled assurance that...
It’s not enough to serve the Lord. The Bible tells us to serve the Lord with gladness, which we can do in the power of His Spirit and on the basis of His Word. Including all His words about joy. Whenever you’re discouraged, it’s a prime opportunity to spend a few...