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It is the Christmas season, and one of the things we talk about is JOY.  May we prepare to be joyful and to share joy with others.  Why?  Here are some reasons… share joy!


Psalm 20:5  NLT

May we shout for joy when we hear of your victory and raise a victory banner in the name of our God. May the Lord answer all your prayers.

 

Psalm 28:7 NLT

The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.

 

Psalm 32:2 NLT

Yes, what joy for those whose record the Lord has cleared of guilt, whose lives are lived in complete honesty!

 

Psalm 126:3 NLT

Yes, the Lord has done amazing things for us! What joy!

 

Nehemiah 8:10 NIV

Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

 

Just thought you would need a little JOY today.  Have you ever thought about how you can give other people joy?  What can I do today to give people a little peace?  How can I bring a smile to someone’s face.

 

It really is a big deal to help people know they are important and worth much to God.  Let others understand why JOY is real.  Give it away today.

 

Give someone joy!

 

Philippians 4:4 NLT

Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!


In one week I return to Cuba, and I will help lead a retreat for the FCA staff in Villa Clara, the central region of Cuba.  Will you support this trip with prayer and finances?  If so, please reach out to me at pastormh@gmail.com 

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