So far we've been reminded that every day is reason for joy because every day is a day that God has made for us and that no matter what our current circumstance, we can rejoice in the Lord always, because we know that His love is always at the center of His will for us.
So we're now ready to add our third verse of joy. But before we do....well surely you know the routine by now!
Obedience (10)
2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people who are called by My name humble themselves, pray and seek My face, and turn from their evil ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.
Lamentations 3:40 Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the Lord.
Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern the good, pleasing and perfect will of God.
Romans 12:11 Do not lack diligence; be fervent in spirit; serve the Lord.
Romans 12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in affliction, be persistent in prayer.
Romans 12:18 If possible, on your part, live at peace with everyone.
2 Corinthians 9:7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Hebrews 10:25 "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching." (NKJV)
Proverbs 1:7 "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction."
Proverbs 15:1 "A gentle word turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath."
The Holy Spirit's Role in our Lives (6)
Ephesians 5:18 "And don't get drunk with wine, which leads to reckless actions, but be filled with the Spirit."
Ephesians 5:19 "Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making music in to the Lord in your hearts."
Ephesians 5:20 "Giving thanks always for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Ephesians 5:21 "Submitting to one another in the fear of Christ."
Galatians 5:22 "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control."
2 Timothy 1:14 "Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you...guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us."
Joy:God's Kind of Happiness (12)
Psalm 118:24 "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."
Philippians 4:4 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!"
This week's verse will continue in Philippians 4, as will the next two verses after it. So we will actually memorize Philippins 4:4-7. These verses give us practical steps to developing a lifestyle that will promote joy in our lives. Verse 4 teaches us to acknowledge that our lives are grounded in the love of God, and when we do that we can truly rejoice. Let's now look at Philippians 4:5, this week's verse:
Philippians 4:5 "Let your graciousness be known to everyone. The Lord is near."
There are two great aspects of this verse --- the directive to be gracious to others, and the reminder that God is always with us. These two directives can both promote an attitude of joy within us. We'll dig in and come to a fuller understanding and a deeper appreciation of this verse throughout the coming week.
Asking for prayers tonight for multiple family members with health concerns. When people you love are faced with uncertainty as to their physical well-being, you naturally pray for them to be delivered and healed. And I am praying that steadfastly and earnestly. Praying that God will be glorified through stories of wonderful healing. But I have learned to couple that prayer with the deeper prayer that asks for my ability to trust God no matter what His plan is, to know that He is working all things together for good --- even when my earthly vision is limited to seeing "good" in only my way. That's when I have to ask for "reborn eyes" that can see glimpses of the eternal view of God. Trusting Him, hand-in-hand with pleading for good and full health for all those I love and for those in your families who may also need the touch of God's healing hands.
So we're now ready to add our third verse of joy. But before we do....well surely you know the routine by now!
Obedience (10)
2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people who are called by My name humble themselves, pray and seek My face, and turn from their evil ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.
Lamentations 3:40 Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the Lord.
Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern the good, pleasing and perfect will of God.
Romans 12:11 Do not lack diligence; be fervent in spirit; serve the Lord.
Romans 12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in affliction, be persistent in prayer.
Romans 12:18 If possible, on your part, live at peace with everyone.
2 Corinthians 9:7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
Hebrews 10:25 "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching." (NKJV)
Proverbs 1:7 "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction."
Proverbs 15:1 "A gentle word turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath."
The Holy Spirit's Role in our Lives (6)
Ephesians 5:18 "And don't get drunk with wine, which leads to reckless actions, but be filled with the Spirit."
Ephesians 5:19 "Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making music in to the Lord in your hearts."
Ephesians 5:20 "Giving thanks always for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Ephesians 5:21 "Submitting to one another in the fear of Christ."
Galatians 5:22 "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control."
2 Timothy 1:14 "Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you...guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us."
Joy:God's Kind of Happiness (12)
Psalm 118:24 "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."
Philippians 4:4 "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!"
This week's verse will continue in Philippians 4, as will the next two verses after it. So we will actually memorize Philippins 4:4-7. These verses give us practical steps to developing a lifestyle that will promote joy in our lives. Verse 4 teaches us to acknowledge that our lives are grounded in the love of God, and when we do that we can truly rejoice. Let's now look at Philippians 4:5, this week's verse:
Philippians 4:5 "Let your graciousness be known to everyone. The Lord is near."
There are two great aspects of this verse --- the directive to be gracious to others, and the reminder that God is always with us. These two directives can both promote an attitude of joy within us. We'll dig in and come to a fuller understanding and a deeper appreciation of this verse throughout the coming week.
Asking for prayers tonight for multiple family members with health concerns. When people you love are faced with uncertainty as to their physical well-being, you naturally pray for them to be delivered and healed. And I am praying that steadfastly and earnestly. Praying that God will be glorified through stories of wonderful healing. But I have learned to couple that prayer with the deeper prayer that asks for my ability to trust God no matter what His plan is, to know that He is working all things together for good --- even when my earthly vision is limited to seeing "good" in only my way. That's when I have to ask for "reborn eyes" that can see glimpses of the eternal view of God. Trusting Him, hand-in-hand with pleading for good and full health for all those I love and for those in your families who may also need the touch of God's healing hands.
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A loving, gracious Christian shines the light of God to others. God is always with us, in good times and bad. His Love conquers our fears. Janice, you and your love ones are added to my prayer list. God heals our pain. Not always the physical, but always our hurting hearts.
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