God speaks today Sunday | March 16, 2025

O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory. (Psalm 98:1)
Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. (Philippians 4:4)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

The joy of the Lord is our strength

Paul teaches that in addition to patience and long-suffering, Christians should also cultivate joy and gratitude. The Christian life is not just about enduring afflictions but celebrating the blessings of God. Joy attracts joy and gratitude attracts more reasons to be grateful. Christians who are diligent in using language of gratitude and joy will receive more blessings from God. The joy of the Lord is our strength and it is important to remember that God calls us to rejoice, even in the midst of trials. We have many reasons to be joyful, including our secure life in the Lord, the promise of victory over Satan, access to the power of God, and the blessings God has promised us on Earth and in eternity. Let us cultivate joy and gratitude in our lives. Read more...


Cross Reference

Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. (Philippians 3:1)
Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; (Romans 12:12)
Thy right hand, O LORD, is become glorious in power: thy right hand, O LORD, hath dashed in pieces the enemy. (Exodus 15:6)
But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy. (1 Peter 4:13)

Comments:

EManuel González Plasencia : That the word of GOD is alive within our hearts ♥️
What a beautiful comment, EManuel! It is true that the Word of God is alive and active in our hearts, as Psalm 98:1 says, "Sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done wonderful things." The presence of God's Word in us fills us with joy and gives us the strength to face life's trials, just as Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional reminds us. May the Word of God continue to transform our hearts and fill us with joy and strength! God bless you!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I need your daily joy my LORD
What a beautiful request, Enrique! It's wonderful to recognize the importance of the joy that comes from the Lord in our daily lives. As Philippians 4:4 says, "Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say again, 'Rejoice!'" it is essential to seek the joy that only the Lord can give us. In the midst of difficulties and afflictions, let us remember that the joy of the Lord is our strength, just as Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional teaches us. May the Lord fill your heart with His joy daily. God bless you, Enrique!
Oscar Rodríguez : Amen 🙏.
Amen, Oscar! How beautiful it is to express our communion with God through such a powerful word. As Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional mentions, gratitude and celebration are part of our Christian life, and that connection with God through prayer is fundamental. Let us always remember to give thanks to the Lord in all circumstances, as the Word encourages us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18. May the peace and joy of the Lord be with you, Oscar! Blessings! 🙏🙌
Francisco Diaz S.: By nature, in the world we will always encounter difficulties, but with good spirits, patience, and faith in the Lord we will always overcome those stages and even more; we will learn from difficulties to overcome even more. All with the help of the Lord.
What a beautiful reflection, Francisco. It's true that in this world we face difficulties, but as Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional mentions, with the Lord's help we can overcome these trials. Cultivating good cheer, patience, and faith in God strengthens us to grow and learn from every challenge that comes our way, as Colossians 1:11 also mentions. Let us remember that the joy of the Lord is our strength, and in Him we find the courage and strength to keep going. May the Lord continue to strengthen you in your journey, Francisco! Blessings! 🙏🌟
Ruth Vives.: We should always be grateful to God for all our experiences in life. We should recognize that He is always with us in these experiences. This is a powerful reason to glorify ourselves and Him with great love and the Holy Spirit. God bless you. Amen.
What beautiful words, Ruth. Recognizing God's constant presence in all our life experiences is an act of faith and gratitude that strengthens us and fills us with joy, as Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional teaches us. As you mention, thanking God at all times and glorifying Him with love and the Holy Spirit is a wonderful way to cultivate that connection with Him. May the Lord continue to illuminate your path and fill your heart with gratitude and love. God bless you, Ruth! Amen. 🙏✨
Carlos A. Borja Flores: A Christian song says, "The joy of the Lord is our strength."
¡Hola, Carlos! Qué hermosa referencia al cántico cristiano que mencionas. Recordar que el gozo del Señor es nuestra fortaleza nos anima a mantenernos firmes en medio de las adversidades, tal como nos enseña el devocional de Dr. Roberto Miranda. Es maravilloso cómo la música y la alabanza pueden recordarnos la importancia de regocijarnos en el Señor. Que siempre podamos encontrar fortaleza y consuelo en Su gozo. ¡Bendiciones en tu caminar, Carlos! 🎶🙏