Joy is our portion in God!
That is one of the characteristics that sets us apart from the world. Joy is certainly attached to the fruit of LOVE
Love as in our love relationship with God
I like to be honest and I want to confess that I have actually spent years as a minister riddled with anxiety.
Anxiety can often be a fruit of existing in this fast paced busy World. Notice I said existing, because when we move out of the place of being led by our emotions, we can truly LIVE spirit led and spirit filled lives.
I prayed for God to so keep me in his peace
And find my prayer has been answered and these days no matter what comes, I stop and pray, exhale, let it go, leave it in the hands of the Lord and his peace definitely comes my way.
We need to truly practice this each day:
Expect that there may be trouble,
But be assured that we will overcome through Christ Jesus
So when trouble comes, shake it off
Surrender it,
Just say these words "Abbah Father, I surrender this to you, this one is too big for me, you fight my battles for me God as I refuse to dwell in the place where problems take my focus and time, as they are only temporary.
I surrender all to you Lord, I surrender all."
Amen
May we truly abide in God's presence ...the place of Joy and peace
Psalm 16 NLT
A psalm[a] of David.
1 Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge.
2 I said to the Lord, “You are my Master! Every good thing I have comes from you.” 3 The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them! 4 Troubles multiply for those who chase after other gods. I will not take part in their sacrifices of blood or even speak the names of their gods.
5 Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine. 6 The land you have given me is a pleasant land. What a wonderful inheritance!
7 I will bless the Lord who guides me; even at night my heart instructs me. 8 I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.
9 No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice.[b] My body rests in safety. 10 For you will not leave my soul among the dead[c] or allow your holy one[d] to rot in the grave. 11 You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.[e]
Walk good in Christ
Till we meet again
Pastor J
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