Joy: Day 7
Here, we see that even the tough times that come into our lives can be a reason for gladness and joy. Peter tells us that tough times come our way in order to improve our faith and to prove that even in the difficult moments, we will follow Jesus. When we follow Jesus in the tough times, it proves that we have the Holy Spirit in us helping us to do what we should. This helps us to believe in Jesus all the more, which fills us with an unspeakable and glorious joy. Why? The Holy Spirit living in us and helping us reminds us that we have become children of God. So, even though the tough times of this life are sure to come, we can know joy. The joy of our salvation in Jesus is not changed even though everything is always changing. It is for all eternity. The unspeakable and glorious joy for time and eternity is Salvation!
Prayer focus: Thank God for sending us a Savior whose salvation does not change. Ask God to give you a deeper sense of His joy-especially in the tough times of your life.