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Joy Amid Trouble. 

Author: Jefferson O. Imgbi

Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience."  
— James 1:2-3

The Series Subtitle: Joy Amid Trouble. Part 5

Affirmation: "I choose joy in every trial, knowing God is shaping me for strength, victory, and purpose."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 5: Choosing Joy as an Act of Faith

Joy is not always the natural response to trouble. It is a decision, a bold declaration that your spirit will not be ruled by fear, worry, or despair. Choosing joy does not mean denying the reality of your pain. It means affirming that God is greater than your circumstance and trusting that His goodness will prevail.

Faith is the foundation for this choice. When you believe that God is in control, joy becomes an act of resistance against the weight of life’s burdens. It is a spiritual stand that says, “No matter what I see, I trust what God has said.” This kind of joy is not fragile; it does not shatter when pressure mounts. Instead, it strengthens you, fuels hope, and becomes a testimony to others of God’s sustaining power.

Today, choose joy not because everything is perfect, but because God is perfect in everything He does. Lift your voice in gratitude, worship Him in the storm, and let your joy be a declaration of unwavering faith.

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Connect

Think about a time when you deliberately chose to rejoice in a hard season. What impact did that choice have on your perspective and strength?

Extend

Start your morning by thanking God for five blessings in your life right now. Let gratitude set the tone for your joy.

Reflection And Application

Identify one area where you have been allowing frustration to steal your joy. Replace that frustration with faith, declaring God’s goodness over that situation.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Joy is not the absence of pain; it is the presence of faith that God will bring you through."

Inspirational Quote Video and Audio

Let Us Pray

Lord, I choose joy today. Help me to stand firm in faith and trust Your promises, no matter the challenges I face. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship