Church shootings, people intentionally running their vehicle into crowds of people, unsolved murders in my community...joy stealers.
Family with cancer, injuries, illnesses, stress about finances, worry about what the future may bring...happiness busters.
These joy stealers like to sneak in and try to take away the joy. We can become fearful and worried and want to stop doing what we know we are called to do. We may want to set up metal detectors at our places of worship or lock all the doors to the church, we become frightened about the "What ifs?" We may even feel unsafe walking around outside at night.
We need to remind ourselves that God is our strength, our shield, our protector. When we trust in Him, He will help us and guide us. We shouldn't be afraid to continue to serve God and to live our lives because let's face it one day we are all going to die. Our souls though will live on, and when you have accepted Jesus' gift of salvation you are guaranteed a place in heaven. Now isn't that a joyful thought!
One of my current favorite songs, "Old Church Choir." In the lyrics, Zach Williams says, "There ain't nothing going to steal my joy, no there ain't nothing going to steal my joy." In fact, I've enjoyed this song so much it is now set as my text tone. So every time I get a text this part of the song plays. I like the reminder before I look at what message my text brings. This way no matter what happens during my day, I am reminded that nothing, ain't nothing is going to steal my joy. Don't let the joy stealer come in; instead let the Lord strengthen you and be your shield.
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