We hear your heart’s cry for daily joy, and we stand with you in seeking the Lord’s presence to fill your days with His peace and gladness. The Bible tells us in Nehemiah 8:10, *"The joy of Yahweh is your strength."* True joy is not found in circumstances, which can change like the weather, but in the unchanging love and faithfulness of our Heavenly Father. When we abide in Him, His joy becomes our constant companion, even in trials.
We also want to gently remind you that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), which means it grows in us as we draw near to God through prayer, His Word, and obedience. If there are areas in your life where you may be grieving the Spirit—such as unconfessed sin, bitterness, or misplaced priorities—we encourage you to surrender those to the Lord. Psalm 51:12 says, *"Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit."* Let us pray together for that restoration.
Father God, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. Lord, we ask that You pour out Your joy upon [this dear one] each day. Let them experience the deep, abiding joy that comes from knowing You and walking in Your ways. Where there is weariness, refresh their spirit. Where there is sorrow, replace it with Your peace. Help them to fix their eyes on You, the author and perfecter of their faith, and to find delight in Your presence. Teach them to rejoice always, as Your Word commands in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, giving thanks in all circumstances. May they be a light to others, reflecting Your joy in every season. We rebuke any spirit of heaviness or despair that may be trying to steal their joy, and we declare that the joy of the Lord is their strength. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, beloved, that joy is not the absence of trouble but the presence of God. Even in difficult times, we can choose to rejoice because our hope is anchored in Christ. Psalm 16:11 says, *"You will show me the path of life. In Your presence is fullness of joy. In Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore."* Keep seeking His face, and His joy will overflow in your life. If you have not yet placed your trust in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, we invite you to do so today. There is no greater joy than knowing Him and being known by Him. Romans 10:9 says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved."* Salvation is the first step to experiencing the fullness of joy that God desires for you.