Joh 17…

 John 17…

This has to be my favorite chapter in the whole Bible…and I have said it in the past, I know…but, it still is…there are so many thoughts in it….

But this verse hit me this morning…John 17:13…”I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. “

“Joy is a common theme in Christ’s teachings…he wants us to be joyful..the key to immeasurable joy is living in intimate contact with Christ, the source of all joy.when we do we will experience God’s special care and protection and see the victory God brings even when defeat seems certain.” Bible study notes…

Psalm 16:11 You make known to me the path of life;
    you will fill me with joy in your presence,
    with eternal pleasures at your right hand.

Psalm 30:11 You turned my wailing into dancing;
    you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy

Nehemiah 8:10 Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

John 15:11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. 

John 16:24 Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.

There are so many “joy” verses! Reading them lifts the darkness that can descend on dark days…

Jesus wants us to experience his joy! A full measure…not just a little bit…abundantly….

There are days I need to call on those promises….cling to them…until my heart and soul  are lifted again…

Thank YOU….

Joy of  the Lord…

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