So you are filled with a joy that cannot be explained, a joy full of glory. And you are receiving the goal of your faith -- the salvation of your souls. ~ 1 Peter 1:8b–9 (NCV)
God, again we're called joyful people. That is understandable when we consider how faithful you have been and how that faithfulness saves our souls -- our lives. You do not disappoint. I cannot say the same about myself. I disappoint you, other people, and even myself. I know that I need to turn away from the things which cause the disappointments. I am confident that as I continually turn to you, I am forgiven and am growing in freedom. I am not a disappointment in your eyes because when you look at me you see Jesus. That must fill you with joy. It certainly makes me joyful. And today I am going to sing and talk about that joy. Amen.