Great Joy

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In Luke 2:10 when the angels appeared to the shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus, they said... I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all people. When we understand God's grace in our hearts it should lead to great joy. 1 Peter 1:8-9 says...Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls. 

I think of joy as my indicator of being aware of God's presence with me. To have great joy requires removing the pressure from yourself and relying and trusting in God. Understanding the good news means understanding God is with you in everything and this should lead to great joy because nothing is impossible for him. An interesting thing happens when his joy is flowing, we get better results. We could be doing all the right things in life but if there is no joy in them, then the results are usually mediocre. When we mix doing the right things with great joy, it produces supernatural results. 

I am thankful for you. 

Daniel

P.S. We are in an important time of year on God's Calendar  

• Today is Day 2 of the 10 Days of Awe leading up to the Day of Atonement
• Sept 15th - Sept 16th - Day of Atonement
• Download the Guide for these important dates on God's Calendar