When we are preplexed while going through some kind of emotional stress, it is very difficult to keep our hearts at ease. We may consciously know that our Lord will work out the problem we face or might give us strength and wisdom to solve it. Yet it is hard to feel alright...
But look what the Word of God says,
James 1:2,3 (NIV)
(v.2) Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds,(v.3) because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.
Though this is easy said than done, I used to wonder how to be joyful amidst worry or sadness?
The joy comes from knowing the truth and experiencing it...that Jesus is in control of our life and He will not allow anything in our life which will disrupt our well-being...
Joy erupts in our heart when we will learn to dwell our mind in the truth rather than the problem we face... and so will be able to say ...
...for the joy of the LORD is my strength (Neh 8:10)
Amen to this.
ReplyDeleteIf we keep reminding ourselves every minute that our life is completely under His control and that nothing can disrupt our well being, then as u said Irene, it's possible for our hearts to find joy in trouble...
ReplyDeleteGod bless.