Overcoming Challenges with Joy
Tuesday, August 13
Overcoming Challenges with Joy
These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. John 15:11
Do you know that even in the midst of trials and challenges, the joy of the Lord can be our strength. Jesus promises a joy that remains, even when circumstances are difficult.
Joy comes from the fact that I know God is in control of my life and that I can trust Him, no matter what. Joy is not a feeling one experiences only when life is good and everyone is happy; it`s the choice we make to live a life of joy no matter what is happening. It`s the choice we should make every day to live with a heart of faith and gratitude; to bask in the safety of the Lord`s care, because we trust Him enough to allow His peace and presence to fill our whole being.
Think about a current challenge you are facing. How can you find joy in the midst of it? Ask God to help you focus on His promises and to find strength in His joy.
Seeing situations from the Lord`s point of view makes the huge stumbling blocks so much smaller and makes the road we need to walk so much easier. Hope and joy becomes our strength and God lifts us out of the darkness and confusion.
Prayer for today: Lord, even when life is challenging, help me to find joy in You. Thank You so much that You never give up on me and that You always steer me back to You, no matter how confused I sometimes feel. Help me to always keep my eyes on You and to trust in Your provision and might. I choose to focus on You and not on my circumstances. Please fill me with Your peace and presence so that Your joy may be released from within my whole being. Strengthen me with Your joy and help me to see beyond my circumstances. Amen.