Do you rejoice in hope? Is it even possible to rejoice in a world that's spiralling into utter darkness? The word of God encourages us to rejoice in the hope of the living God.

Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; (Romans‬ ‭12:12‬)

Who lives rejoicing in the Lord daily? To rejoice and be cheerful everyday is a basic Christian standard. A cheerful person has more to offer than a smile. There could be several reasons why people smile. But the cheerfulness of a child of God is unique and godly. It is founded on the love of God.

Three ways to Rejoice in Hope

1. A perfect man rejoices in the Lord. Despite what he goes through in life, he waits upon the Lord to deliver him out of all his troubles. He has a sure expectation from God alone. (Job 8:20-22)

2. All those who love the Lord willingly suffer for Him. Who is such a person? The bride of Christ, the Spirit-baptised church.

“She shall be brought unto the king in raiment of needlework: the virgins her companions that follow her shall be brought unto thee. With gladness and rejoicing shall they be brought: they shall enter into the king's palace.” Psalms‬ ‭45:14-15‬ ‭

3. Like the Shepherd who rejoices after finding the lost sheep, we too must be a people who go seeking for lost souls and bring them to Christ. (Luke‬ ‭15:3-7‬)

This chaotic world needs true believers. Believers who are willing to walk like Jesus. Love like Jesus. Comfort like Jesus. Only when we live freely like Jesus can we bring the happiness to those who are in need. Being happy is heaven's normal. Let the joy of heaven fill your heart today dear reader.

Great rejoicing is for those who love God wholeheartedly. Trusting Jesus alone for all matters of this life. Maranatha, Praise God and amen!