Have
you had your Joy Juice today? Feast on
it daily!
Most
often we think feasting is something that’s reserved for special occasions…like
Thanksgiving or a wedding celebration.
But scripture refers to feasting in a different context.
Look at
the verse in Proverbs 15: 15: “All the days of the oppressed are wretched,
but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.”
Being in an oppressed state is not
a fun place to be! I’m sure we can all
think of times when we felt oppressed.
One definition of oppression is: “To cause someone to feel distressed,
anxious, or uncomfortable.” We’ve all
been there, done that, haven’t we? If
you’re having trouble thinking of a time….may I remind you of Hurricane Irma?
Even
beyond the recent bad weather events, we find ourselves distressed about the challenges our country and communities are
facing. Sometimes it’s up close
and personal, like family problems. BUT
our faith in God should be a source
of strength and comfort. Our trust in Him to carry us through the
“oppression” and give us hope for
better days should put joy in our hearts. As our verse for today reminds us: “…the
cheerful heart has a continual feast.”
Let’s pray
for our families, our community, our country and all those who are oppressed. And let’s also remember to serve the Lord with gladness of heart
and partake of His continual feast of JOY!
Prepare the banquet table and always be ready to feast on the love and
joy Jesus!
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