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A Gift of Joy

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I hear the Lord say:

The troubles of this world are temporary. You have an eternal home waiting for you. For now, on earth, you will have trials. But none of your trials have to be faced alone. I am here, my beloved. Come to Me and let Me gather you in My arms. Pour out your troubles to Me. I will comfort you in your distress. Let Me ease you of the burden. Let Me restore your joy. Let the troubles of the past, even those of only yesterday, be put aside. That day is done. Today is a new day.  A new day brings hope. A new day brings opportunities for blessings. As you wake each morning, recall “a new day, a new dawn” with Me at your side. My holy Spirit brings you the vitality you seek. His joy becomes your joy. Joy in the morning sets the tone for your day so seek joy. Pursue it with all your heart. It will be your gift from Me to you every morning. The joy we share will serve to overshadow the trials of the world. Treasure this gift of joy.

 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you

and that your joy may be complete.

John 15:11   NIV

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