“Christian joy is a good feeling in the soul, produced by the Holy Spirit, as he causes us to see the beauty of Christ in the Word and in the world.” John Piper
We cannot make ourselves feel true joy, but by abiding in Christ and cultivating a life rooted in Him, we open our hearts to receive His joy as a gracious gift. For those in Christ, simply being in His presence—with hearts set on Him in His Word, in heartfelt prayer, in worship, or in humble service—we cannot help but experience His joy.
And, it is in those moments of delighting in Him that we find our strength.
Scripture teaches that joy comes through belief. Knowing, believing, and trusting in the Lord and His sovereign providence gives us security, that allows us to rest in His peace and experience His joy.
The best news of all is that we can experience the joy of the Lord in every circumstance. Grief is real, but even in our mourning, His presence and comfort sustain us. As we remember His faithfulness and cling to the hope of our eternal future, we can taste the sweetness of His joy through our tears.
Scriptures for Meditation
If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. John 15:11
You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. Psalm 16:11
Do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength. Nehemiah 8:10
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Romans 15:13
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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