In Jesus name, Amen. Sickness. Posted by Dianna Hobbs on February 08, 2018 at 01:49 PM in Women's Inspirational | Permalink, Reblog Thanks for visiting "Your Daily Cup of Inspiration," where there's always a fresh cup of biblical encouragement waiting for you. On that day Jesus went out of the house, and sat by the seaside. These joy stealers are probably not doing so intentionally. Never allow negative people to steal your joy. The best way to keep our joy despite the circumstances is to keep our eyes fixed on God. This will completely disarm them. She strives to walk the path God laid out for her every day. And through temperance, do not nag nor punish your child in anger. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a2af107cf5a99ba document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. The old adage, dont let anybody steal your joy is one of the most important pieces of advice we can give ourselves. I frequently quote this verse from the Bible, but it applies to the whole book. A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world. Never let your trouble be greater than your praise. Life is hard, and sometimes struggles will come your way. The import from the scripture above is how Nehemiah, Ezra and the Levites encouraged the Israelites from mourning and grieving thereby losing their joy. Do surround yourself with "happy" people. Others fell on the rocky ground, where it had little soil, and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of soil. And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God. For you are esteemed highly of the Lord. Joy is the feeling that comes from a place of deep-seated hope and expectations, regardless of how adverse the circumstance might seem. If we are in Christ, God sees us as righteous right now. One of the hardest things in the world for people is to walk away from something theyve done for a long time. Even when you're feeling great, practicing quieting your mind will strengthen you for your next bout. The devil in the scripture above is described as a thief whose ungodly agenda is to steal. Is your name written in the Lambs Book of Life? 5. A few days later, you're dragging your feet. Recognize who is at the root of it all, and push past his lies, step over his traps. Some people arent receiving from God what He wants them to have because they wont ask boldly of Him. All rights reserved. B. He is our father, we are His children, He knows all things (1 John 3:20; Psalms 139:1-6, 147:4-6; John 2:24-25; Hebrews 4:11-13) and sees all. Sometimes it takes a concentrated effort to block out the joy-stealers in our life and dwell on the joy we can have in knowing Christ instead. Thats right, no matter what life throws at you your joy can be stolen. They would have begun questioning God. Time limit is exhausted. This is what was sown by the roadside. God gives us the power through His Holy Spirit to live free from the entanglement of sin. Dont let anyone steal your joy bible verse. Galatians 5: Carnal Christians, Works of the Flesh, Restoring the Altar of God Spirit of Elijah, Discerning Controlling Powers of Witchcraft, Truth is Fallen in the Streets of the City. He offers the assurance, that no matter what we face, He is with us. God, discouraging circumstances have come to rob me of my praise. When this happens, we need to remember that our joy is something that belongs to God only, and the Lord will grant us grace and blessings in many ways. He prowls around like a hungry, roaring lion, looking for some victim to tear apart. I formerly kept a file of Bible verses on my phone. You are my everythingmy rock, my strength, my fortress, the lifter up of my head, and my very present help in trouble. From the moment your feet hit the floor, he'll do all that he can to . Satan can't steal our salvation. Proverbs 16:9 says a mans mind plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps and makes them sure. Yes, through humility Jesus is inviting us . David despite being attacked by the Amalekites with his wives taken captive didnt slide into depression, but kept on believing in Gods ability to restore to him all that was lost. God is worthy all the time, even in the worst times. 1 John 4:1 Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God : because many false prophets are gone out into the world . "The holy habit of humility is formed one honest step at a time.". Especially when Im faced with yet one more health concern. Enlist prayer. Hebrews 10:32-33(NKJV)32But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings:33partly while you were made a spectacle both by reproaches and tribulations, and partly while you became companions of those who were so treated; Proverbs 6:30-31(NKJV)30Peopledo not despise a thiefIf he steals to satisfy himself when he is starving. Dig to a certain depth in the field of science, and you may find the roots and the gold dust of knowledge: penetrate deeper, and you will strike against the granite rock, on which rest the cold and profitless reasonings of the . However, the Holy Spirit will lead us to change something on purpose to make us pay attention to Him. And disillusionment will offer to keep you company. Behold, the farmer went out to sow, and it happened, as he sowed, some seed fell by the road, and the birds came and devoured it. There is only one way to enjoy true peaceJesusthe Prince of Peace. Frequently, we try to forgive people, but forgiveness cant do its redemptive work because we want to remember what they did to us. Becoming a Welcoming Church by Thom S. Rainer Thom guides churches through self-examination to consider how they are perceived by first-time visitors. What was sown on the good ground, this is he who hears the word, and understands it, who most certainly bears fruit, and brings forth, some one hundred times as much, some sixty, and some thirty. (Matthew 13:18-23), He said to them, Dont you understand this parable? When the storms come, don't quit. The farmer sows the word. These evil conquerors asked for a show. And if the devil doesnt like it he can sit on a tack He will move on your behalf. C. But he can steal our joy. Debbie McDanielis a writer, pastor's wife, mom to three amazing kids (and a lot of pets). Either way, praise God and don't let Satan steal your joy! The joy of the Lord is your strength (Nehemiah 8:10). Be led by the Spirit. And if the devil doesnt like it he can sit on a tack to Joy is personal and has to do with choice, thats why no one can really make another sad without their consent. It is all woven together. 2. They wanted them to sing the songs of Zion. 2 Corinthians 8:9 AMP - For you are becoming progressively acquainted with and recognizing more strongly and clearly the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ (His kindness, His gracious generosity, His undeserved favor and spiritual blessing), [in] that though He was [so very] rich, yet for your sakes He became [so very] poor, in order that by His poverty you might become enriched (abundantly supplied). Let your Spirit and power breathe in us, through us, again, fresh and new. He said to them, To you is given the mystery of the Kingdom of God, but to those who are outside, all things are done in parables, that seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest perhaps they should turn again, and their sins should be forgiven them. Losing ones joy is often portrayed by episodes of depression, mood swings, bitterness, and other negative emotions. "To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: 'The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. Can two walk together, except they be agreed? "Submit to God; resist the devil, and he will flee from you" ( James 4:7 ). Please enable JavaScript if you would like to comment on this blog. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 BibleVersesNow.com Designed by Freshword Media . Why was Saul still on the throne, in constant pursuit of David? Now let me tell you why peace is trouble to the devil. John 10:10, ESV The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. Down in my heart, Have you ever felt like you lost your joy? Amen. I frequently quote this verse from the Bible, but it applies to the whole book. Enlighten the eyes of our heart that we mightsee you, and notice how you're at work through our lives. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. No one here would say that they worship money. My passion is to win the lost for Christ and God's divine call on my life is to help you fulfill the purpose of God for your life and become a world changer. But even though Im going through, I will never cease to praise You. The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. | Podcast: You will see great things happen . every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. And Satan watched and listened to see how he could steal the seed from their heart. He was out in the field, tending sheep, minding his business. In John 15:11, Jesus said, "These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full." The Lord's desire is for His joy to be in you twenty-four hours a day, irrespective of the circumstances you face. We need to learn to wait on Him, listen to what Hes telling us to do and then obey Him. Performance & security by Cloudflare. As always, thanks for reading and until next time may today's cup of inspiration uplift, encourage, and empower you! Everyone is searching for 'the Good Life' and Paul . . My reason for sharing this is to make this point: you cant allow anything to rob you of your joy and take away your song. The worst thing we can do is put our joy in the hands of someone other than God. The final thing self-pity does is rob us of all joy. | One is through disobedience. David didnt ask for that life. That which fell among the thorns, these are those who have heard, and as they go on their way they are choked with cares, riches, and pleasures of life, and bring no fruit to maturity. Down in my heart, Take time to laugh and enjoy your life. Jesus comes to redeem your birthright, buying back through the cross what you once sold in your sin. And through temperance, do not nag nor punish your child in anger. Joy is restored to your life when you learn to forgive and forget, and these two virtues go together. This gave them hope and encouragement. If youre too busy, take an hour or so to write down everything youre doing or what you want to do. 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