Overflowing Grace: Devo 10

Day 10: Overflowing with Joy
 
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10 NLT "Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!"

 Observation and Reflection:
The Hebrew word for "joy" (chedvah) conveys gladness and delight rooted in God’s presence. Nehemiah reminded the people of Israel that true strength is found not in their circumstances but in God’s joy. Reflect on how you experience God’s joy even during trials. Are you seeking joy in temporary pleasures or in God’s enduring presence?

Think of a lighthouse standing firm in a storm. The light represents God’s joy, guiding and sustaining us through turbulent times.

Kay Warren, co-founder of Saddleback Church, wrote about “choosing joy” even after experiencing personal loss. She emphasizes joy as a deliberate focus on God’s goodness.

Application and Action: Identify one way to bring joy to someone else today—a kind word, a note, or an act of service. Reflect on this quote by C.S. Lewis: “Joy is the serious business of Heaven.”

Prayer: Lord, thank You for being the source of my joy. Help me to find strength in You and to share Your joy with others. Teach me to focus on Your goodness in all circumstances. Amen.

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Overflowing Grace - A 21-day prayer and fasting devotional guide to live in God's abundance

Week 1: Pursuing the Shepherd (Abundant Life Begins with Jesus)
Key Focus: Understanding Jesus as our source of life, our guide, and our provider.

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Week 2: Cultivating the Heart (Living in God’s Abundance)
Key Focus: Developing a heart that aligns with God’s abundance and character.

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Week 3: Advancing His Kingdom (Sharing the Abundant Life)
Key Focus: Living out and sharing the abundant life with others.

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