Act 20:24 But none of these things move me; nor do I count my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy...
My Child,
You are born again and no longer a citizen of the world but, as you see, in my infinite wisdom I have chosen not to take you up to be with Me at this time, but to leave you in the earth despite all its evil and tribulation. The thing you must remember is that all those things are happening around you, outside of you. You are like the eye of the storm where there is stillness instead of turbulence. Don't let what's happening outside of you dictate what's happening inside of you. I have put My joy inside of you so that no matter how many frightening or frustrating things you see in the news, you will be filled with joy, which is your strength. So live "inside out" and not "outside in." Retreat from the cares and challenges of the world and take inventory of the joy you have, which is unconditional. Remember, the world didn't give you this joy and the world can't take it away!
PRAYER: Father, I thank You for giving me your joy so that I will have internal gladness despite the external madness. I will sit down, slow down, and focus on all the things for which I have joy instead of looking at all the storms of life and being upset, in Jesus’ name!
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