God's Glory Church

Finally, brethren, what is true…honest…righteous…pure…lovely…praiseworthy, when what virtue…praise, think about it! — Philippians 4:8
More than 2 million copies of the young Japanese woman Marie Kondo’s book on tidying up and organizing have been sold. The main idea of ​​this book is to help people get rid of unnecessary things in their homes, closets, pantries, which are an unnecessary burden. “Take this or that thing,” Marie advises, “and ask yourself if it makes you happy.” If the answer is yes, leave it. If “no” – throw it away.

The Apostle Paul encouraged the believers of the city of Philippi to strive for joy in their relationship with Christ: “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say: rejoice!” (Phil. 4:4). The apostle urged, instead of a life full of turmoil and restlessness, to bring everything to God in prayer and allow God’s peace to “guard” our hearts and our minds in Christ (Phil. 4:6-7).

If we think about our daily responsibilities and affairs, it is obvious that not all of them cause us joy. But let’s ask ourselves: “How can this or that matter cause joy in God’s heart and my heart?” Understanding why we do a certain thing can change our attitude towards it.

“Finally, brothers, what is true…honest…righteous…pure…lovely…worthy of praise, when what virtue, when what praise, think about it!” (Phil. 4:8).

This Pauline instruction is spiritual food for our minds and a recipe for joy.

Господи, покажи мені, які мої сьогоднішні справи можуть принести радість Тобі й мені.
The beginning of joy is to focus on the Lord.
Author: David McCasland