January 4, 2009
Nehemiah the governor, along with Ezra the priest and scholar and the Levites who were teaching the people, said to all the people, "This day is holy to God, your God. Don't weep and carry on." They said this because all the people were weeping as they heard the words of The Revelation. He continued, "Go home and prepare a feast, holiday food and drink; and share it with those who don't have anything: This day is holy to God. Don't feel bad. The joy of God is your strength!" –Nehemiah 8: 9-10
Have you just thought about the goodness of God? Do you ever think about Him and just smile? He’s that great, you know. Even when we don’t deserve to see another day, we allows us to experience one. When we’re disobedient, He looks past all of that and embraces us with love and unmerited favor. He is just that good.
The Israelites had just finished rebuilding the Wall of Jerusalem and Ezra began to read to law of God. As he read it, the children of Israel began to cry. Nehemiah, Ezra and the Levites told them not to become upset but rejoice in God and His instruction. You, too, must learn how to find joy in everything God does.
Sometimes what He does is painful. Sometimes what He does is confusing. Sometimes what He does can frustrate you. But, because all things work together for our benefit, everything He does will work in our favor. You’re winning. You’re going to always win. What can be better than that?
©BirthRight, 2009
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