Key Scripture: John 15:11
I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.
Devotional
Jesus wants our joy to be full, and He ties that joy to abiding and obeying. Joy does not spring from self‑indulgence but from self‑giving love. As we serve in step with His word, His joy takes root in us.
The world’s joy fades quickly; Christ’s joy grows as we pour out. Paradoxically, we receive more as we give more, because we are living in harmony with His heart.
Serving with Jesus does not erase hardship, but it infuses even hard places with a quiet, steady gladness that cannot be stolen.
Ask the Lord to restore the joy of your salvation and to let that joy overflow in acts of service today.
Scripture Insight
John 15:11 anchors today’s theme, showing how the secret to joy flows from God’s heart and shapes our daily obedience. Read the verse slowly, notice key verbs and promises, and ask how this truth reframes your next act of service.
Heart Check
Where might pride, hurry, or self‑protection be dulling the secret to joy in my life? What one attitude needs to shift so my service looks more like Jesus today?
Practice Today
- Pray a one‑sentence surrender: “Jesus, lead me in the secret to joy today.”
- Identify one person to serve and one concrete way to bless them.
- Replace one complaint with thanksgiving as you serve.
- Take a 3‑minute pause midday to realign your heart with God’s presence.
Reflection: What would the secret to joy look like in one relationship or task on my calendar today?
Prayer: Father, thank You for inviting me into Your work. Form the secret to joy in me. Purify my motives, strengthen my hands, and let my service reveal Jesus. Amen.