Praise God, my friend.

Scripture speaks about joy quite often, but it never tells us to pretend that life is always good.

There will be things we don't understand and prayers we are still waiting to see answered.

Yet, the Bible still tells us to rejoice.

Philippians 4:4 says:

My friend, notice where Paul tells us to find that joy.

In THE LORD.

Hence, our joy does not have to depend on everything going well around us.

I know easier said than done, but know that He is still with us, His promises still stand, and our hope is still in Him.

That is why Proverbs says a cheerful heart is good medicine.

So, my friend, laugh, be grateful, be obedient to God, and enjoy the good things God has given you.

And when life isn't going the way you hoped, remember that Jesus loves you and He is the source of your joy.

We don’t know who needs to see the above post, but God does, my friend.

So let us share it with a prayer.

Let’s Pray

Dear gracious heavenly Father,

Thank You for the joy You give us through You.

When life feels difficult, help us to remember that our joy does not depend on everything going right.

Help us to rejoice in You, trust Your promises, and be thankful for the good things You place in our lives.

And Lord, as my friend shares this post, please let it reach someone who needs a reminder of the joy that comes from You.

Use the post we are about to share for Your glory.

May Your will be done.

In Jesus' name we pray,

Amen.