Date: 10-Mar-2024
Name: Barry
Topic: THE JOY OF THE LORD
Content:
This is the day the Lord has made. We shall be glad and rejoice in it.
Dear brothers, I am honoured to lead today and may our precious Holy Spirit guide every word said and every thought formed IJN.
I has been so filled with the joy of God and this has brought a deep sense of peace, appreciation and love for the life I have. Thank you Father God.
I will not write down any of the challenges I have been facing as they are not worthy to be fdgonly.
Today is a day of thanks and praise.
Unity Over Division
Psalm 133:1-3
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is
For brethren to dwell together in unity!
It is like the precious oil upon the head,
Running down on the beard,
The beard of Aaron,
Running down on the edge of his garments.
It is like the dew of Hermon,
Descending upon the mountains of Zion;
For there the LORD commanded the blessing—
Life forevermore.
The love I feel for you, brothers of MAGH has been so palpable this week. Keeping my eyes on God and giving my whole heart to Him had opened a vista to the blessings in my life.
This whole week from last Sunday has been a blessing. Listening to each man of MAGH, I have felt an overwhelming joy to be in the presence of such inspired Christian brothers.
Last Sunday’s Mountain Maxims Part 6 in which Ps Lakers delivered inspired me to seek the face of our Lord Jesus Christ. How my hands required cleansing.
Monday’s word from dear bro Juan delivering an blessed strategy for becoming the ultimate influencers by following Jesus’ ways.
On Tuesday, again on the mountain with Ps Lakers, I reflected on my own behaviour and became a peacemaker in the marketplace.
Bro Richard on Wednesday reminded us of our heavenly inheritance awaiting His sons and daughters. I felt like royalty listening to the word.
Thursdays message, again from Ps Lakers was a game changer for me. “Persecuted for righteousness’ sake” brought joy to my heart.
The week was rounded of for me on Friday when Min Mike delivered a comforting message to remind us that our Holy Father is in charge.
I missed Ps Lakers’ message on Saturday though I was filled with joy singing God’s praise in the dark, in the park.
This has been one of the best weeks for me as a Christian man, applying what I have heard and living in the Word.
Prayer Point 1
Heavenly Father, thank you for the blessing of divine fellowship. Where two or more are gathered, You hear our prayers. We live for Your glory, and together we form an army in Your name, ever seeking Your heart.
Praise Over Persecution
Take your eyes off your burdens.
Rest in the shelter of our Heavenly Shepherd.
Seek His presence for joy and peace is found there.
1 Chronicles 16:23-31
Sing to the LORD, all the earth;
Proclaim the good news of His salvation from day to day.
Declare His glory among the nations,
His wonders among all peoples.
For the LORD is great and greatly to be praised;
He is also to be feared above all gods.
For all the gods of the peoples are idols,
But the LORD made the heavens.
Honor and majesty are before Him;
Strength and gladness are in His place.
Give to the LORD, O families of the peoples,
Give to the LORD glory and strength.
Give to the LORD the glory due His name;
Bring an offering, and come before Him.
Oh, worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness!
Tremble before Him, all the earth.
The world also is firmly established,
It shall not be moved.
Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad;
And let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns.”
When we sing praises to our Holy Father, the burdens of tge world truly fall away. He takes care of all and we can watch His miracles appear.
When we walk in His word as bro Eddy shared not long ago, we discover the path of least resistance prepared for us from the beginning of time.
The Fruits of Faith
Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.
Let me share the peace and joy our Lord brings when we sing His praises. This has been my experience.
Love
Psalm 36:7
How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God!
Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.
The overwhelming love I have felt this week has humbled me. I have taken pause to appreciate my life and have blessed everyone in my path.
Peace
Philippians 4:7
and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.here is a peace that surpasses understanding.
My heart has not been disturbed by the ways of the world. You are placed outside this world, into His spiritual realm watching your fleshly world as watching a separate film reel.
I have felt safe in the bosom of our Lord, protected by His outstretched arms because I am focussed on Him alone. He is my shepherd and I listen for His instructions and follow where He leads.
Joy
Psalm 5:11
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You;
Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them;
Let those also who love Your name
Be joyful in You.
All week I have had a toothy grin in the midst of every challenge. This has solely been due to the fact I have been singing praise to the god and worshiping His Holy name.
Prayer Point 2.
God, our Father, our Lord Jesus Christ and our precious Holy Spirit. I put my trust in You and am lifted in heart, body and mind. Let us live as You wish and seek You and You alone. For this is the path of life.
The Joy Of The Lord Is My Strength
2 Corinthians 12:9
And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”
Nehemiah 8:10
Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”
Brothers, let the joy of the Lord be our strength each waking moment of each day. Cast your burdens on Him and feel the weight lifted from you backs.
We can then breathe out and take in the glorious scenery our Lord has provided, our lives and the lives of others.
We give thanks and praise in Jesus name amen.
Prayer Points:
Prayer Point 1
Heavenly Father, thank you for the blessing of divine fellowship. Where two or more are gathered, You hear our prayers. We live for Your glory, and together we form an army in Your name, ever seeking Your heart.
Prayer Point 2.
God, our Father, our Lord Jesus Christ and our precious Holy Spirit. I put my trust in You and am lifted in heart, body and mind. Let us live as You wish and seek You and You alone. For this is the path of life.
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