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“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” Psalm 30:5b (KJV)

It was finally here!!! Displaying the power of an incomprehensible God –millions of distinct snowflakes had magnificently transformed typical landscapes into gorgeous, snow-blanketed masterpieces!   Building snowmen, sleigh rides, snowball fights, and homemade snow cream would become a reality for every excited snow lover!

During my devotions that morning, I noticed one distant bird joyfully singing a sweet melody praising his Creator.   Truthfully, my mind questioned if the bird pondered during the long, snowy, cold night if finding his food would be challenging the next morning.   Although it may have necessitated harder work, he discovered God’s provision was exactly what he needed!

How often do believers doubt God’s provision allowing worry to dominate sleepless nights?  Why does the challenge of completely trusting Him frighten us?  And, why do we hesitate to be the one who praises Him regardless?

God’s Word teaches in Matthew 6:26 that we are more valuable to God than the birds of the air; therefore, we can be assured God is going to meet our needs every morning – whatever they may be.   Facing some horrific, personal circumstances, the Lord recently challenged my heart to daily choose joy.  Like the bird it might require a little more effort, but finding joy must be intentional – focusing on God’s sovereignty.  Making this choice assures God’s child though he grieves, the joy of the Lord is his stronghold (Nehemiah 8:10) and – weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. (Psalm 30:5b).  This transformation will be His joyful, gorgeous masterpiece as well!

“Dear Father, please help me to determine in my heart to intentionally choose joy despite the circumstances life may bring.”

For His Glory

Patsy Sanders
TRBC Women’s Life