Revealing Jesus with Darlene ZschechSample

[The video portion of this devotional is not available on your device. To view this video, visit your plan at www.bible.com] HAPPY NO MATTER WHAT How is it possible to be happy when it feels like the world persecutes you? Is that even possible? In my humanness I almost think not, but then I meet people from countries where hardship and persecution for their faith are a way of life. I stand in awe of God’s evident presence and joy flowing from their lives. Their smiles and spirit are contagious, and I am reminded in my soul that God gives us a joy and peace that is both deeper and more transcendent than any circumstance of life. Our gracious God always gives us a choice to respond and walk in response to His truth or to focus our attention on the difficulties that might surround us. God is not cruel and does not bring temptation and trials into our lives. That is the result of our enemy and the fallen nature of the world in which we live, a world which God so loved that He sent His best for. When God allows trials and tribulations—even persecution—in your life, know that His love and faithfulness is just as real and present. Focus on Jesus and the finished work of the cross, for His grace is sufficient for your every need. In fact, through every trial, I encourage you to lean into His grace. It reaches deep into your soul with the joy of knowing He is everything you need. I choose to walk in the happiness you bring to me through the Spirit, O God. My eyes are fixed on you. Continue the worship experience! Visit Revealing-Jesus.com for more exclusive content, including more devotional thoughts from Darlene’s new book and music and videos from Darlene’s new album!