Filled with Joy

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:[8] Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy,

Observation: My Lord has filled me with this joy, but only when I’m focused on him and the desires he has for me. My joy is over when I start focusing on myself and the things around me. There is no joy in worry, fear, envy or greed. I do love and believe in my Lord and he has given me the greatest joy and when my mind is fixed on him it is glorious.

Application: I need to remember why I’m here and who I’m here for. To start my day with God and be with him all day long. To keep reminding myself of his love and purpose for my life. To experience that wondrous joy all day long.

Prayer: Dear Lord help me draw nearer to you. Be with me this day and show me the desires of your heart and then put them in mine. May this servant be able to give back if only a little of the joy you give to me.