God is Our Source for Peace and Joy
In times of uncertainty we tend to fear, worry and doubt. But the word of God gives us comfort, peace, strength, and joy during these times. If we seek His face we can experience these attributes, promises of God. Scriptures tells us that He is our comforter. Pslam 23:4 says even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil for you are with me your rod and staff they comfort me. We must know that God is in control and He sees all and knows all we are facing. He gives us peace, Psalm 29:11 says The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord bless His people with peace, John 14:27 says Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you, I don not give to you as the world gives, do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. The peace that God gives it not like the world gives. Its a knowing in your spirit/heart, a trusting in your spirit.
He is also your strength in troubled times. Nehemiah 8:10 So do not grieve for the joy of the Lord is your strength. Don't grieve, worry, or cry for God Himself is your strength. Another scripture says Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall soar on the wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. See when your tired and worn out from worrying, God said He will left you upon eagles wings. He will carry you in other words. He is your joy. Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and joy in His dwelling place. In the presence of God is the fullness of joy and at His right hand are pleasures forevermore Pslam 16:11. All we need to do in the hard times of our faith walk is to run to the presence of God, there we will find all we need.
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