Some days it's not easy to see the light at the end of the tunnel and being joyful doesn't come naturally. Sometimes it seems like life is so easy for everyone else. During those times, its easy to get discouraged and think that God has forgotten us.
We have to know that these kind of days are temporary. Our sorrow may last for the night, but joy comes in the morning. (Psalm 30:5). When we stop focusing on the world in front of us and lift our eyes to Jesus (Hebrews 12:2), our troubles don't seem so impossible anymore.
Our thoughts should be of things that are noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8). When you do this, the God of peace will be with you (Philippians 4:9).
Ultimate joy and peace will come when we rejoice in the Lord; we will know He is near. We don't have to be anxious about anything. We can come before the Lord with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:4-9).
It doesn't matter what our circumstances are, we can be full of joy. When we have Jesus, we know that we can place all of our trust in Him and he will always make our paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6).
The Lord is on our side and He loves us. What greater joy is there?
Short but very beautiful and encouraging. Thank you. The Lord is on our side.
ReplyDeleteHe definitely is. I thank Him for that daily.
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