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Day 28 of 30: The Lord is my Joy

 Wow

28 days already. This can only be God.

Reflection: My happiness doesn’t depend on circumstances, but on Him.
Verse: The joy of the Lord is your strength. – Nehemiah 8:10

We have come so far on this 30-day journey, and today we see God as our Joy. What a gift this is!

Joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness depends on what is happening around us, but joy comes from who God is within us. Happiness can fade when things go wrong, but joy remains steady, because it flows from the Lord Himself.


Think about it: storms may rage, troubles may rise, tears may fall, but there is a joy inside of us that no one can take away. This joy is not built on money, success, or people’s approval. It is built on the unshakable truth that we belong to God and He belongs to us.

When Nehemiah said, “The joy of the Lord is your strength,” it was not because the people had everything figured out. No, they were in a season of rebuilding, facing challenges and enemies. Yet, God reminded them that strength does not come from what they see. It comes from His joy.

This means even in our weakest moments, we can rise because His joy carries us. Even in our darkest nights, we can sing because His joy lights us. Even in pain, we can smile because His joy gives us hope.

Life will not always be easy. There will be times of waiting, seasons of silence, days of confusion. But in all of it, we can lean on the Lord’s joy. It is deeper than laughter. It is stronger than fear. It is brighter than sorrow.

Today, let us choose joy. Not because everything is perfect, but because God is perfect. Not because we know the future, but because we know the One who holds it.

Life Application: Whenever sadness or worry comes, whisper these words: “The joy of the Lord is my strength.” Let this be the song of your heart. Let it rise above your fears.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for being my Joy. Thank You that no matter what life brings, I can be strong in You. Fill my heart with Your joy today, and let it overflow to everyone around me. Amen.


Tons of Love 

Janet Adeogun 

The Eagle Girl 

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