Day 24: Tuesday, March 28, 2017, #Lent Devotion

Day 24: Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Belinda Moss
 
Grow in Joy
 
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)  “….This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

Devotion: Daily I try to have joy. We cannot turn joy on like an electric light switch but we can prepare ourselves by being willing to receive it. Joy does not mean to have fun but is an inner spiritual quality that overcomes despair, pain, and defeat. In 1996 my joy was dashed to the ground when we lost our little boy to cancer. I remember praying to God asking that His spirit of joy fill me so that I could continue to live and enjoy each day. Through the love of God, my church family, the community, and the prayer warriors I was able to find true joy in Christ Jesus. I was able to look beyond my grief and face each new day knowing God would help me through. My miracle came in the form of the people that surrounded us with their love and compassion. What you do for others really does make a difference.

Prayer: Gracious Lord may we find strength and trust in your word. Lead us into your joy. Use me to touch someone else’s life today.
 
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