Day 11 "You Are Joyful"
Joyful Beauty
Good Morning Beauties!
Welcome to our next attribute and truth, you are JOYFUL. There are so many layers of this word, and so much I could say. Where do I begin?
I want to start by saying many will find it hard to imagine being joyful. They’re in very dark and difficult places, and joy is the last thing they relate to. That’s why it’s important to understand the true meaning of the word, joy.
Many people think it’s a super charged happy feeling. It’s so much more than that. In the Bible, joy is not a fleeting emotion tied to external circumstances, but a deep, lasting state of inner peace and strength rooted in God’s character, promises, and presence. Let’s look at the difference between happiness and joy:
Happiness relies on happenings. It is a temporary, external reaction to good events, comfort, or success.
Joy relies on God. It is an internal, resilient confidence that remains steady even during seasons of grief, hardship, or trial.
Do you know this joy? Do you rely on this joy during difficult circumstances and seasons in your life? When you see your child(ren) struggling, do you remain joyful? The Bible says joy is our strength; are you depending on it when you’re tired and weak? Write down your answers and if you’re finding it hard to “count it all joy” (James 1:2) ask Jesus to show you why and the way to find it. Selah.
My challenge for you today is to look at all the times the word joy or joyful appear in the Psalms. These verses will help provide a better understanding and comfort you, as well as encourage you to take action. Here’s a head start…
“You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to you and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever!” Psalm 30:11-12 NLT
“I long, yes, I faint with longing to enter the courts of the Lord. With my whole being, body and soul, I will shout joyfully to the living God.” Psalm 84:2 NLT
“Joyful are those you discipline, Lord, those you teach with your instructions.” Psalm 94:12 NLT
“Praise the Lord! How joyful are those who fear the Lord and delight in obeying his commands.” Psalm 112:1 NLT
“Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Acknowledge that the Lord is God!” Psalm 100:1 NLT
Let’s pray for a fresh refilling of joy from our Abba Father today who gives us all good gifts. Lift your voice and dance!!
Every Praise - Hezekiah Walker
Love and Blessings,
Kendra
“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy.”