God's Glory Church

“The city rejoices in the goodness of the righteous.” — Proverbs 11:10

In 2022, France and Argentina met in the final of the World Cup. It was an incredible match. In the last seconds of extra time, the score was tied at 3:3, and the football teams were forced to shoot post-match penalties. After Argentina scored the winning goal, the country erupted in celebration. More than a million Argentines filled the center of Buenos Aires. Drone footage of the tumultuous scene surfaced on social media. In one of the reports of the BBC, it is described how the city trembled with an “explosion of joy”.

Joy is always a wonderful gift. The Book of Proverbs describes how the city can experience even deeper and longer joy: “The city rejoices in the goodness of the righteous” (Prov. 11:10). When those who truly live according to God’s design for humanity begin to influence society, it is good news because it means that God’s justice is gaining strength. Greed decreases. The poor find support. The oppressed are protected. When God’s right way of life flourishes, then joy and “blessing” reign in the city (v. 11).

If we really walk in God’s ways, the result will be good news for everyone. The way we live will make the society around us better and more whole. God invites us to join His work of healing the world. He invites us to bring joy to the city.

Where do you see the need for joy in your city? How can you bring God’s joy there?

Dear God, help me to join You in bringing joy to others.

Author: Wynn Collier