The Joy of the Lord
Nehemiah 8:10 says:
Nehemiah said, "Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength."
What I want to concentrate on is the last 5 words - '…the JOY of the Lord is your STRENGTH'
All to often, we allow things to get in, and 'steal' our Joy. We're easily robbed of our joy when an unexpected bill turns up, or a job promotion doesn't materialise, or a family member gets sick. However, this shouldn't be! Satan is 'prowling around' (1 Peter 5:8) and trying to steal your joy. He knows that it is your strength. The Amplified bible says it is our 'strength and stronghold' - so hold strongly onto it!
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