Divine Joy The greatest and most momentous fact, which the history of the world records is the fact of Christs birth. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!Luke 2:13-14 The good news they proclaimed that day had to do with much more than Jesus birth. It anticipated His sinless life, which qualified Him to be Gods sacrificial lamb. It looked ahead to His crucifixion on our behalf and His resurrection, which signaled the Fathers acceptance of Christs payment for our sins. The announcement also encompassed the idea of His ascension into heaven. And it envisioned the day of Pentecost, when the Spirit would indwell believers, as well as the time Jesus would return as King. The angels rejoiced because the day of salvation was here. Jesus spoke about spiritual joy because He wanted His followers to experience the deep satisfaction that comes from a relationship with God. Such divine contentment is not dependent upon outward circumstances but overflows from the Spirits presence. Earthly happiness is externally produced and temporary. Divine joy is internally generated through the work of the Holy Spirit. The angels in heaven rejoiced at the announcement of Jesus birth, and the shepherds praised God. Have you thanked the Lord today for your salvation? Are you experiencing the divine joy that overflows from a Spirit-filled life? Father in Heaven I thank you today for your Son. Today we celebrate this amazing gift that you provided to us. I praise you for my salvation and the joy that it brings. Help me to share that gift with someone else today and beyond. In Jesus Name. Amen.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Dec 2014 14:37:33 +0000
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