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A Joy That Strengthens 🌷Women’s Devotional  📖 Nehemiah 8:10 “…for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” 💖 Reflection Many believe joy is an emotion that appears when life is good, but Scripture reveals something deeper: joy is strength . God’s joy is not fragile or shallow—it is a force that sustains, empowers, and uplifts even in hard seasons. This joy is not the absence of problems—it is the presence of God. A joy that steadies your heart when tears fall. A joy that refuses to surrender when battles rage. A joy that rises even when circumstances disappoint. Joy is not something you feel—it's something God gives. And when you receive His joy, you stand stronger than the storm trying to break you. 🪞 Reflection Questions In what area of your life do you feel weak or drained? What steals your joy the quickest? How can you choose God’s joy today? 💐 Takeaways / Things to Do Smile intentionally—let joy soften your day. Write down 3 things God has done fo...

His Joy Becomes Your Strength 🌷Women’s Devotional 📖 Nehemiah 8:10 "Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength." 💖 Reflection: Strength doesn’t always come from discipline or effort; it often comes from joy rooted in God. Joy gives power to persevere, courage to rise above setbacks, and resilience to face challenges with hope. Life may bring disappointment, stress, and pain, but the joy of the Lord is not dependent on circumstances. It is a spiritual energy that strengthens you from the inside. When your heart feels weary, focus on God’s goodness. Let His presence and promises recharge you. 🪞 Reflection Questions: • What steals your joy most often? • How can you intentionally seek God’s joy today despite challenges? 💐 Takeaways / Things to Do: • Spend a few minutes thanking God for His goodness. • Smile intentionally, even in small moments, as a reflection of His joy. 🙏 Prayer: Lord, fill my heart with Your joy. Strengthen me through it and remi...

Rejoice Always 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Devotionals for Church Family 📖 Main Verse: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” — Philippians 4:4 📚 Bible in a Year: Reading for the Day Old Testament: Isaiah 58–60 New Testament: Galatians 5 💡 Devotional Thought: Joy in Christ is not dependent on circumstances but on God’s unchanging goodness. Paul wrote these words from prison, yet he encouraged believers to rejoice always. Joy is a choice to trust God in every season. When the church is filled with joy, it becomes a powerful testimony to the world. 📝 Application: Council & Pastoral: Lead with joy, even in difficult times. Men & Ladies: Bring joy into your homes through gratitude and faith. Youth & Children: Rejoice in God’s goodness every day, not just when things go well. 🤔 Reflection: Am I letting circumstances steal my joy, or am I rejoicing in the Lord always? 🙏 Prayer: “Lord, fill us with joy that overflows regardless of what we...