How dependent are you on God for everything? We all know that God can transform your life, but do we really give Him the opportunity to do that? Hi, this is Dorette Schaal with an encouraging word for your day. Let’s depend on the Spirit of God fully, 24/7/365 days of this year by being fully immersed in the Word of God, and living fully in tune with the Holy Spirit. Do you know that God has MORE for us than we could think, dream or imagine? Why not start today believing for more in every area of your life. You were made for more, so I encourage you go for it, and live the life that God has for you. Here is your encouraging word for today about more joy.
Have you ever thought about the fact that earth life is short and heaven is long? Our earth life really is like a minute when you compare it to eternity. When we really understand that, we realize that in our day–to-day lives we most often are focusing on all the wrong things. How can we make the most of each day on the earth? Are we living with passion and enthusiasm for each day? Are we enjoying the journey as much as we look forward to the destination? I hope so! We know that true joy is only found in Jesus. You’ve probably heard that before, and maybe you even chuckled when I said that, because it sounds a bit trite. Jesus wants us to live the life we were meant to live, fully satisfied in Him, filled up with His joy. In Acts 16:25-34 Paul and Silas were in jail and after being beaten black and blue, they were bound in chains, guarded by soldiers. That’s what you call extreme bondage! In those dismal circumstances, instead of whining and complaining about their situation, they were singing praises and worshipping God. Without natural freedom, they knew what true freedom was and that it is only found through knowing Jesus. Looking beyond their natural circumstances, they drew from the well of joy that was from within. Sometimes I think we need a reality check. What things are bothering you? What are you whining about? A slow fast food window? A traffic clog? An unhelpful clerk? Rising gas prices? A tight budget? A tight blouse? Think about things in life that really count. Is your home warm? Do you have transportation? Do you have peace in your heart? Do your use your God given gifts and talents to bless others? Do you know Jesus? That is where real joy begins, not in everyone treating you right, or your waist-line shrinking, or having that new thing you desire. Rejoice in the fact that Jesus loves you, and you are His child. He has a great plan for your life. You are safe in His arms. You have everything you’ll ever need in Jesus. Let Him fill your life with joy. Every day is better when Jesus is the center of it.