His Joy...

Our God truly amazes me. Think about it. God created the whole universe in 6 days. He designed all of nature at its best, the One who created sunrises and sunsets. This God fashioned the ocean and all its uniquely different creatures. He created the mountains in all their glory and splendor. He shaped all of humanity, giving each person their own exclusive finger print.

 That same God talks to, desires and loves us.

Us, as broken as we may be, somehow touch the very heart of God. Yesterday while sitting in church I had a sweet encounter with Jesus I will never forget. A deliverance secession broke out. People who were sick were healed. People bound in chains were set free. People possessed with demons were released. And in the middle of observing this commotion, I heard God speak four simple words to my heart.

 "This is my joy." 

The Father heart of God has never been revealed to me in such a way. The God I described above, finds JOY in setting His people free. He delights in it. He smiles. He loves doing it!

Yes salvation is a place in Heaven, and praise God for that... but He desires to do SO much more in our lives. Not only to Redeem His children, but also to Heal, Deliver and Restore. He wants to Revive us. With Love, God Revives.

It's a marvelous exchange that takes place. Beauty for ashes. Joy for mourning. Praise for heaviness. All for His glory. His Joy. Let Him finish the work He has started in you.

"Put yourself in the LORD's hands. Let the LORD save you! Let God rescue you since He is pleased with you!" Psalm 22:8