Joy

Scripture:

Philippians 4:4  Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again-rejoice!

Recently I read a post on Facebook and its main idea was- throw away what does not bring you joy.  Joy is an emotion of pleasure or gladness.  With my Bible's Dictionary/Concordance, I found the New Testament book of Philippians. Paul wrote to Philippi, from prison, to strengthen these believers by showing them that true joy comes from Jesus Christ and having a relationship with Jesus. The theme of Philippians is Joy. Paul's aspiration was to seek to know Jesus Christ and true joy more and more and he wanted the people of Philippi and each of us and find true joy in Christ. Find Philippians and find the theme of joy. Think about finding true Joy and strengthening that joy daily. Do not throw true Joy away. 

 

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, Thank for the true Joy in Jesus. Strengthen our Joy in Jesus and do not let us throw it away.

Submitted by Susan Taylor (sktaylor@neb.rr.com)