December 8 Joy of the LORD

What is the joy of the LORD?

Nehemiah 8:10 says 'the joy of the LORD is your strength'.

What is meant by the joy of the LORD?




Hebrews 12:2 says that for the joy set before him, he was able to endure the cross.

The joy of the LORD is powerful. It is what helped enable Jesus to endure the cross and shame. If we can find what the joy of the LORD is then we can find strength.

Let us think on this today. What is the joy of the LORD? What makes Jesus joyful? And how do you think his joy differs from your idea of joy?

Don't know where to begin, do a keyword search on your favorite Bible search engine and read some of the verses that relate to the joy of the LORD. Joy is a big topic to search, but ask the LORD to lead your understanding.

**As always, take notes, jot down ideas, doodle thoughts or mind map concepts.**

**Set a day where you can review your notes weekly.**