Overflowing with Jesus' Joy
Most people, even believers, are missing out on what God wants for all of us. They are stressed because of the circumstances of life. They are grieving the loss of a loved one, and they are bogged down in that grief. They have so many pressures from financial needs and family concerns that they are weighed down, instead of being joyful. Many are looking for happiness that comes from life experiences, but they are missing Jesus' joy which is never dependent on circumstances. When Jesus was about to go to the cross, He taught His disciples about growing in Him and abiding in Him. He did this for a good reason. He knew it would be hard for them when He went back to heaven. (John 15:11) "I have told you these things, so that you will be filled with My joy. Yes, your joy will overflow." What a precious promise! Jesus has told us plainly how we can overflow with His joy all of the time, no matter what happens. Let's consider this important promise. Jesus is saying that He ...