We know that we will have joy in heaven when all is restored, but how can we find joy now?

The scriptures (Joshua 21:45) tell us that not one of God’s promises has failed. If we trust the one who promised us what is to come, we can celebrate now living in the joy that is to come.

Joy in a community is contagious. If a baby smiles and laughs we join in. If a child screams and cries, we cringe. The community of God that is aligned with the promises and heart of God will (by default) live in his joy.

The readings for this week are: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18