One of the needs many people possess is joy. While joy is a fruit of the spirit and a benefit to the lives of believers, it seems to be lacking in our lives. As I look around I see so many who are discouraged. They feel beaten down by the pressures of life. Some Christians have fallen into a place of negativity and criticism toward others. Their general disposition is not one that radiates with God’s joy.
Main Points:
1. The scripture is saying not only can we have joy, but we can also be full of joy. Imagine that! Imagine your life being full of joy. Imagine people noticing how joyful you are. Imagine how blessed you would be and how much your joy would encourage and uplift others.
2. This joy is received only received one way. We must be in God’s presence. Could this be the reason many Christians have no joy? Is it because they do not spend time in God’s presence? It is because they are not going to the source of joy, God himself?
3. In God’s presence, the things that would steal our joy seem to fade way. There is a fullness and completeness we receive by being in God’s presence. There is satisfaction and contentment that is obtained when we spend time with God.
Today’s Scripture Verses:
Psalm 16:11 - “…In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
Nehemiah 8:10 - “…the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
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