Find Your Joy

Figs might not grow on the fig trees,    and grapes might not grow on the vines.Olives might not grow on the olive trees,    and food might not grow in the fields.There might not be any sheep in the pens    or cattle in the barns.But I will still be glad in the Lord    and rejoice in God my Savior.The Lord God gives me my strength.    He helps me run fast like a deer.    He leads me safely on the mountains.To the music director. On my stringed instruments.

My morning devotion was all about joy. It reminded me that having joy does not depend on the circumstances that are surrounding you - it comes from inside.

There are plenty of bad situations that people find themselves in, but still choose to be happy. There are lots of content people who don't have the most perfect life. It comes from within, and from having an understanding with God and knowing that He has plans for you.

A co-worker of mine offered devotions for us in our staff meeting yesterday. He shared a poem he created. It was all about how we can be confident in ourselves because we have God behind us. We don't have to question our circumstances because God placed us where we are in our life for a reason. He has a purpose for us and we don't have to worry about it. We can find joy in life because we know that God has a plan for us and He is leading us to "greener pastures" and a beautiful life.

He lives in the presence of glory and honor.    His Temple is a place of power and joy.1 Chronicles 16:27