Why do we do that to ourselves? We spend a lifetime searching for things or people or circumstances to make us happy. What we need, and have available, is JOY--God's joy.
Sing that old Sunday School praise song: The Joy of the Lord is My Strength
It comes from the Old Testament book of Nehemiah. Governor Nehemiah, Ezra the priest, and the Levites told the people to rejoice and see the day as a joyful, sacred one--the day they returned to their God. Nehemiah even told them to host a party!
"Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve for the joy of the Lord is your strength." (Nehemiah 8:10 NIV)
The joy of the Lord is my strength.
The joy of the Lord is my strength.
The joy of the Lord is my strength.
The joy of the Lord is my strength.
Happiness is sometimes present and sometimes elusive. Days are sunny and days are overcast.
The next time you're having a difficult day, repeat this uplifting song. It works.
Stop looking for happiness. Instead be filled with the JOY OF THE LORD!
Stop looking for happiness. Instead be filled with the JOY OF THE LORD!
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