Look around! How could God possibly be Happy?
Read through John 15:1-17.
Focus on the the results of “abiding” and “remaining” Where does the fruit come from? It comes from the vine.
Obedience, Love, Joy. They are all promised to us. We choose to abide in the vine. Ask the Father, this morning, to show you a single step you can take towards more fully abiding.
Decide with Him how to take that next step.
Ask the Father to show you things in your day that He takes joy in. Have fun with this! Agree with Him that His creation is excellent. It is touched by evil, for a while. But God is the creator of beauty, intelligence, love, compassion and so much more. Be aware of these things in your day, and praise God for His Joyful Creation.
Ask the Spirit to help you check your attitude. A dismal, downcast heart is not in agreement with God. If there are specific things that weigh you down, offer them to the Father and let Him take the load.
If you have an overall attitude of sadness or anger, it is time to ask for forgiveness and tap back into the Vine of God’s Joy. His Joy will flow in you as you open yourself to Him.
These are not simple changes that will happen in an instant. Over time, as we more fully abide, our sadness fades and our joy grows. It is a journey; time to start walking!
