Rejoice In This Day Of ...

REJOICE IN THIS DAY OF Life, being willing to follow wherever I lead.  Follow Me wholeheartedly, anticipating blessing as we journey together.

Dear Jesus, Since You have created this day of life and presented it to us free of charge, help us receive it gratefully.  Our natural tendency when we wake up is to assess the day before us, trying to discern how good (or bad) it will be.  We do almost unconsciously, often basing our conclusions on something as trivial as the weather.  We would like to break free from this habit so we can be more receptive to You and Your blessings.

Beloved, I take much pleasure in your desire for greater receptivity to Me. You have already mentioned something that can help you in this quest:  a grateful attitude.  If you awaken to find a dark, rainy day, thank Me for the rain.  Having done so, you will be much less likely to grumble about the weather.  Also, remember that I have arranged the conditions of your day.  So you can assume there is much good to be found in it.

Rejoicing will help you find blessings in the day. If your circumstances are looking rather bleak, then be joyful in Me - your faithful Companion.  Knowing how much I gave to rescue you from sin, you can trust that I have placed precious gifts along the path we are following.  In faith, be on the lookout for good things - both great and small.  Because I am your Teacher.  I promise to provide learning opportunities as we travel together.  When you reach the end of this day, stop and look back at the distance we have covered.  Take time to ponder what you have learned and to savor the gifts you have found.  Let your mind dwell on these things as you lie down to sleep tonight, rejoicing in Me and My blessings.

- Jesus

(Dear Jesus / Sarah Young)

Scripture Insight:  Psalm 118:24; John 13:13 and Romans 8:32