Today is a new day that I have made—24 hours in which to rejoice and be glad (Psalm 118:24)! Keep your eyes open at every turn so that you don’t miss any tokens of My love and opportunities for rejoicing. Look out your window and take in the beauty of creation—that is My love for you. Think of your family and friends—they are My love for you. Fix your thoughts on the things that are good, beautiful, and true throughout your day and let your heart be filled with joy for these manifestations of My love (Philippians 4:8).
If today is looking like a stormy day, remember that My joy will be with you every hour of your day and will give you strength and hope to meet the challenges (John 15:11). No matter how dark and cloudy your day may be, My joy is ever present in your heart and is not dependent on the circumstances around you.
Every time you praise and worship, you acknowledge My presence and power, and you declare your faith in Me and your love for Me. When you voice your praise amidst the turmoil of the world around you, you are a witness that shines into people’s lives like a ray of light in the darkness. As you put your trust in Me, I have promised to fill you with all joy and peace so that you may overflow with My Spirit (Romans 15:13).