Radiating Unshakable Joy
Sunday Rewind is a 5-day Devotional based on the weekly sermon at Resonate Community Church
August 31st Sermon, Day 5
In a world characterized by anxiety, despair, and discontent, joy stands out. It's unusual, even startling, when someone maintains joy through difficult circumstances. This kind of joy serves as a powerful testimony that our hope isn't placed in temporary things but in our eternal Savior.
Unlike happiness, which fluctuates with circumstances, true joy is anchored in Christ's victory over sin and death. It declares that our security isn't in the stock market but in the Savior; our peace isn't in politics but in God's promises; our contentment isn't in possessions but in God's presence.
While complete, perfect joy awaits us in heaven—where God will wipe away every tear—we can experience genuine joy even now through the Holy Spirit. And we're called not only to receive this joy but to radiate it to others.
When we display joy in the midst of trials, people notice. They wonder what makes us different. This creates natural opportunities to share about the hope we have in Christ. Our joy becomes a beacon that draws others to the light of Jesus.
Today, remember that your joy isn't just for your benefit—it's a powerful witness to a watching world. Let your unshakable joy point others to the unshakable God who is its source.
Bible Verse
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." - Revelation 21:4
Reflection Question
How might your joy in difficult circumstances serve as a witness to others, and what specific situation in your life right now presents an opportunity to display this kind of unshakable joy?
Quote
"As followers of Jesus Christ, we're called not only to receive joy, but to radiate it."
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the joy that cannot be shaken by circumstances. Help me to radiate this joy even in difficult times, that others might be drawn to You. Use my life as a testimony to Your goodness and faithfulness. May my joy point others to Jesus, the source of all true joy. Amen.
