Day 14 "You Are Joyful"
Contagious Joy
Good Morning Beauties!
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV)
The protection, success, wellbeing of her children brings a mother great joy. She may have to work two jobs and do it all alone, but the sacrifices are worth it. Did you have a mom like this, or are you a mom who knows this joy?
Jesus knew the ultimate joy by giving the ultimate sacrifice, His life. How do these two things co-exist? How can you sacrifice and still feel joy? Selah.
“Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me. Then I will teach transgressors your ways, so that sinners will turn back to you.” Psalm 51:12-13 (NIV)
Is there any greater joy than the gift of salvation? When circumstances in the world are discouraging and evil, we can fix our eyes on the sacrifice Jesus gave joyfully so we could be reconciled to The Father and live with Him for eternity.
Our joy can and should lead to others knowing Christ. If you hold on to your joy and people see your countenance during difficult times, they’ll want what you have. They will be open to listening to the Gospel message and learning about Jesus. Selah.
Let’s rejoice in our salvation and Jesus today!
Every Praise - Hezekiah Walker
Love and Blessings,
Kendra
“Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.”