Life Is Hard but God Is GoodSample

Have you started to look ahead and felt like you wouldn’t make it? You're not alone!
In today's Bible passage, God’s people felt the same way. As they looked ahead at the expected demands, they were overcome with the holiness of God's Word and their own human limitations. As they heard God's laws read and explained, conviction overwhelmed their hearts. They grieved and mourned. Although the Bible doesn't say exactly why they were filled with sorrow, we can guess that their grief stemmed from either their past shortcomings, their present state, or the potential overwhelm of the future.
Nehemiah’s word to them is a word for us today. The joy of the Lord was their strength, and it's ours today as well. The joy of knowing God intimately fuels our hearts, souls, and minds. Knowing His Word and how it works in and through us to provide the strength we need is vital!
Do you need more strength in your life? You’re doing the right thing! Spending time with God in His word and listening to the message He longs to speak to your heart will both energize and encourage you. His promises fuel joy.
PERSONAL PRAYER PROMPT:
Lord, usher in the joy of your promises and infuse me with strength, even when life is hard.
Thanks for joining me today; see you for Day 3 tomorrow!
Scripture
About this Plan

Life is hard, but God is good. The ability to choose each day to love God, give thanks, and feel the joy in our hearts is available to us. But it does require a little practice. Embrace this 3-day plan to cultivate a truly happy heart through joy in Jesus!
More
Related plans

The Entrepreneur’s Devotional:13 Days to Kingdom Impact

THE MISSING PEACE Unlock and Sustain Peace in Your Daily Life

The Passion of Christ

The Novelty Detox for Lent: Letting Go of Novelty and Being Present in the Everyday

Proverbs 3:5-7 - Wisdom for What's Next

The Lion and the Lamb: A Guide to the Book of Revelation

The Enneagram for Teens

Loss: Encouragement After Losing a Loved One to Addiction

God Comes Where He's Wanted: Discovering New Hope When Your Prayers Feel Like They're Going Nowhere
