REJOICE REGARDLESS OF THE SITUATION

03/10/2024

"I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High" (Psalm 9:2).

Each day, we are presented with situations that could make us complain, and some of these situations provide legitimate grounds for complaining if evaluated from a logical perspective. However, from the viewpoint of the kingdom of God, there is no credible reason for complaining. The scripture says, “Do all things without grumbling or questioning” (Philippians 2:14). Notice that it says “all things,” not some things. Child of God, there is no glory in complaining. It only attracts and creates the right environment for darkness to thrive. I have yet to see a man who complained through life and was able to achieve anything that could be considered praiseworthy. For the most part, they blame others for their predicaments, which in turn, sets in motion an unending circle of defeat and hopelessness. And sadly, many feel hopeless over the very thing that God has called them to dominate.

Jesus was never one to complain or blame others for the challenges that He faced. Unlike John the Baptist, who at one point blamed Jesus for not coming to his rescue while he was in jail. John sent his disciples to ask Jesus in Matthew 11:13, "Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” In other words, John was saying to Jesus, “Why are you not doing something about my situation?” People can complain all they want and blame others for why they are where they are, but at the end of the day, nobody but you is responsible for your situation; not even God can be blamed. Jesus’ response to John the Baptist made it clear that He was not responsible for John’s predicament. Because of everyone born of a woman until this time, John the Baptist was considered to be the greatest. He carried something that no one before him ever carried and so if he wanted to get out of that jail, he had the power to do so. He had what was necessary to change his situation.

Do not take the bait of complaining; rather, rejoice! Even when you think you have a legitimate reason to complain, do not complain! Rejoice instead! Offer praise and thanksgiving to God, for that is the way to rise above it all. Jesus is our great example. When He was rejected by those who should have been His biggest fans, He didn’t get bitter or hurl insults on them. He didn’t call them “destiny killers” like some of us do today. He was amazed at their unbelief, but rather than act out of character, He continued to teach from village to village. So, no matter what you may face, “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4).

Rejoice in the unseen today. Rejoice in the word of God. Rejoice in the name of Jesus. Rejoice in your divinity. Rejoice in the Spirit. Give the Lord a shout. Hallelujah!

God bless you.

Faith-filled Confession

I rejoice in the Holy Ghost today and in the unseen things of God. I rejoice in the name of Jesus and in my own divinity. I am for signs and wonders. And as I minister to the Holy Spirit with praise and thanksgiving, I am translated into the new level that God has set for me. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Prayer of Salvation

If you are not yet born again, I invite you to make Jesus Christ the Lord of your life by saying these words of prayer:

“Oh Lord God, I come to you in the name of Jesus Christ. Your word says, “…whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved”. I believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God. I believe Jesus died for me and that he was buried and raised from the dead. Right now, I confess with my mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord of my life. I receive by faith eternal life into my spirit. Thank you lord for saving my soul. I now have Christ dwelling in me. I am saved, I am born again, I am a new creation. 

Hallelujah!

Congratulations! You are now a child of God. Welcome to this great family!!

One-Year Bible Reading Plan: Deuteronomy 11-13; Mark 13:1-13