Monday, May 23, 2022

Monday, May 23, 2022
Micah 6:8
“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

Christ’s sacrifice changed everything. No longer are we justified by our works, but by faith in the Son of God. It’s not the good things we do that will get us into heaven, it’s our belief; but obedience, justice and kindness are all byproducts of a strong and active faith. When you are saved by Christ’s blood, and the Holy Spirit enters your heart, the person you were is radically transformed. As Christ’s representative, and as a vessel for the Spirit to work through, always set your heart on the Lord’s will, and walk humbly with your God.

Friday, May 20, 2022

Friday, May 20, 2022
Philippians 4:4
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.”

The world was broken long ago and corrupted by sin and death. God’s creation was twisted into a nightmare compared to the original world He made for us. When it seems like there are so many reasons to be miserable, remember that the battle has already been won, and we know how the story ends. You have been redeemed by Christ, and no matter what happens in this life, you have a one-way ticket to eternal life in Heaven. How incredible is it that we live in a universe created by the one true God, who loves us and gave His only son to save us! Rejoice in the Lord always, and again we say, rejoice!

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Thursday, May 19, 2022
Matthew 6:25
“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?”

You could spend your entire life worrying about every little detail, but God knows them all. In Matthew 6, Jesus encourages us not to be anxious, but to trust that the Lord will provide for our needs. He uses sparrows as an example, illustrating that if the Father feeds the birds every day, He will certainly provide for His beloved children. There’s so much more to this life than the worrisome things we tend to focus on. It’s important to recognize this, handing your anxieties over to God, and filling your mind with the peace and joy of the Lord.

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Proverbs 17:22
“A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”

It’s true that the goal of God’s plan won’t always be “to make you happy.” His word says that He will allow you to face trials in this life, and sometimes force you out of your comfort zone. But don’t make the mistake of believing that the Lord isn’t joyful when His children are joyful. If you’re under the impression that a life lived for God is one of misery and boredom, you’re dead wrong. Joy is one of the fruits of the spirit, along with love, peace, and many more. God is delighted when His children serve Him joyfully, and for a willing and obedient heart, the Father pours out His blessings.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Ecclesiastes 5:18
“Behold, what I have seen to be good and fitting is to eat and drink and find enjoyment in all the toil with which one toils under the sun the few days of his life that God has given him, for this is his lot.”

The Bible often describes the life we live as “the blink of an eye” compared to the beautiful eternity waiting for us. Even those who don’t believe will agree that life is short. Though it might not be perfect and without sin anymore, life was meant to be enjoyed. Counting God’s blessings and finding joy in the path He has set you on are essential parts of living a joyful life. When you live in obedience to the Father, the joy He gives you will not only be clear to you, but to the hearts of everyone around you.

Monday, May 16, 2022

Monday, May 16, 2022
Psalm 118:24
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”

The Lord holds the world in His hands, and every day of our lives is a blessing from Him. From the beginning of time till today, and until the end of the world, He knows what every single day will bring. He has woven His plan into your life and into the lives of the people around you, so that each, and every moment has purpose. Whatever happens, good or bad, this is the day the Lord has made. With our Father in charge, what reason do we have not to rejoice and be glad in it?