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I choose to Rejoice

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! — Philippians 4:4.

Following his need to tell two members to start getting along again (Philippians 4:2-3), Paul gives another reason why we should not be at odds with one another: we are supposed to be rejoicing always. Then he says it again: “Rejoice!” We cannot emphasize it enough!

This is all part of our witness for Christ.

We need to radiate joy, gentleness, and a sense of peace that comes from knowing who is really in charge of our lives and the universe; Jesus. Rather than be bundles of uncertainties and anxiety, we pray. We hand over this world’s problems to this world’s Savior. Things may or may not change immediately, or come out the way we like, but we do the right thing by handing it over to him.

Humanly, it does not make sense. It is a troubling world. Anxiety seems warranted. But, instead, the Savior who already passed through the worst things of this world gives us peace that is of God, which transcends all understanding, guards our hearts and our minds in Christ Jesus v7.

Jesus has already suffered all things for us. The peace he gives is not cheap or fake. Thanks be to God.

PRAYER

Lord, we cast all our anxiety on you, fill us with the peace that comes from knowing we are held safe in your hands. In Jesus’ name Amen.

Rev. Isaac G. Y Bangalu Founder & CE

Couples & Singles Network for Christ Initiative

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