So many times in life we become drained of our drive or become depressed because we rely on own strengths instead of learning to rely on the spiritual strength that God can give us when we trust in Him. In Nehemiah 8 the Lord says, ” Be not grieved or depressed, for the joy of the Lord is our strength and stronghold.”

 It is important to recognize how Satan wants to steal our joy because he knows that we gain strength when we have joy in our hearts. He wants us to be weak so that we will become vulnerable to the point that we will grab hold of whatever he puts before us. This is why it is vital to stay close in the Word of God and learn to trust in Him along the Way.

 Some days God will send us messengers to build us up in faith and to lift our spirits when we are feeling weak. And there are other days that He may send someone else in our path for us to encourage them when they are in need. I challenge you today and every other day to be strong in the Lord and to share the joy that God gives with others in your your path. It is our duty as a Christian to be an example in everything we do and allow the Lord’s light to shine through…amen    

 James Harrison / Servant

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