Nehemiah 8:10
‘Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength.’

DAILY READING – 1 Corinthians 5, 1 Kings 18, Amos 2: 1-32.

Known most notably as one of the biggest comeback stories in sports, Bethany Hamilton has become synonymous with inspiration. Her story of determination, faith, and hope has resounded in encouragement worldwide. At the age of 13 Brittany was already a rising surf star. Her future seemed very bright. However one day, while surfing, Bethany was suddenly attacked by a 14-foot tiger shark, which bit off her left arm.
She was immediately rushed to the hospital. Although she lost approximately 60 percent of her blood and underwent several surgeries, she was stabilized and released after a few days. Yet, despite what happened Brittany remained cheerful and kept trusting God. Just one month after the attack, Bethany returned to surfing, using only one arm, and within two years had won her first national surfing title.

Bethany’s foundation of faith in Christ was her backbone; and source of strength.

At 17 years old, she realized her dream of surfing professionally and she is still an active surf competitor to this day.

Her story captured in a book, was later made into a successful movie. Today Brittany has become a celebrity and a great inspiration. She realizes that though the enemy meant to destroy her with the shark attack, God used it rather to propel her to the world stage.

According to Nehemiah 8:10, the Joy of The Lord is indeed our Strength. Joy is not the absence of challenges, it is the reality of the presence and faithfulness of God, even in the midst of the challenges. Joy can be likened to a candle. You light it when it seems you are surrounded by darkness.

God never brings evil or tempts any man, but even when the enemy attacks, God can still turn it all around for us. This is why we should keep celebrating Him. As long as we keep praising Him, we can be sure that all things will work out for our good. God is able to turn our stumbling blocks into stepping stones, turn the test into a testimony and turn our mourning into dancing. Therefore no matter what comes your way, keep judging God faithful.
Indeed in everything we should give thanks. Praise is an expression of love for God, and we know all things work together for those that love God. So do you love Him? Then keep praising Him in every situation. You don’t have to understand or be able to explain it.
Joy Unspeakable means Joy Inexplainable! Just praise God whether you feel like it or not. Doing so shows you love God and trust Him to do what He says He will do. Despite the delay, the family problems, the health challenge, the red Bank account, keep praising God in the midst of it all. And as you do, you will be amazed at how gradually God will turn things around and cause it all to work together for your good..

PRAYER: Lord, let the oil of your joy never run dry in my life. In every situation, may I keep praising and blessing You, because you are indeed faithful, and I know even right now, my miracle is on the way, and my victory is sure in Jesus Name.

QUOTE
When you praise God despite your situation power is released for a raise. – WORDBITE 222

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