Rejoice in the Lord always

Philippians  4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.

Rejoicing in the Lord is not limited to mere happiness based on our external circumstances. It is a deep, abiding joy that is rooted in our relationship with Christ. It's an understanding that our joy is not dependent on the ever-changing circumstances of this world but on the unchanging nature of our God.

In the book of Philippians, Paul is not writing from the comfort of his home; he is writing from prison. His physical circumstances were far from ideal, yet he encourages us to rejoice always. Why? Because he knows the source of true joy - a joy that transcends any earthly trial.

Rejoicing in the Lord always means finding joy in God's presence, His promises, and His love for us. It means recognizing that God is with us in our trials, working all things for our good, even when we cannot see it. It means living in gratitude for the salvation we have through Christ, a reason to rejoice that surpasses any hardship.

This command to rejoice always is a challenge and an opportunity. It's a challenge because it asks us to rise above the difficulties of life, the pain, and the suffering, and find joy in the midst of it all. It's an opportunity because it invites us to experience a joy that is not fleeting but everlasting, a joy that no one can take away.

When we rejoice in the Lord always, we become a living testimony to the world. Our joy in the Lord, regardless of circumstances, points to the hope we have in Christ. It shows that we are anchored in something greater than the storms of life. It invites others to inquire about the source of our joy and the faith that sustains us.

In conclusion, Let us choose to rejoice in the Lord always. Let us cultivate a deep and unwavering joy in our Saviour, Jesus Christ. As we do so, we will find that our joy becomes a source of strength and a beacon of hope to those around us. Rejoice in the Lord always; again, I will say, rejoice. Amen.

God bless you. 

Prayer key: 

1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of today in Jesus Christ name. 

2. Lord, fill my hear with rejoicing in any situation I find myself in Jesus Christ name 

3. Lord, be my strength in my difficult moments in Jesus Christ name. 

4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.