“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!...Do not be anxious about anything but in everything by prayer and pleading with thanksgiving…And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil 4:4, 6-7 AMP
To “rejoice” means to be filled with joy or a state of continuous well-being. It is not temporary, or an emotional reaction based on circumstances or how one feels. To rejoice or to be joyful is something dynamic and energized, rather than static or stagnant. Each time adverse, stressful circumstances confront us, “we will rejoice,” which is a perpetual process. Joy always.
This holiday season let's allow the joy of God’s presence to infuse the attitude of our hearts with gratitude. Be thankful for the small things. Praise Him daily for the things easily taken for granted. As you allow thanksgiving to fill your thoughts, let His peace guard them and keep you in a place of joyful expectation.
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