The Word
THURSDAY MANNA 15 JANUARY ‘26
Dr. Daniel O. C. | Jan 15, 2026
“JOY RESTORED TURNS INTO SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS”
Saints of God Most High, hear God’s word for you today:
“Rejoice in union with the Lord always! I will say it again: rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4).
Rejoice in the Lord always, delight and gladden yourselves in Him; again I say, Rejoice! Delight yourself also in the Lord, Adonai Yahweh and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart.
JOY OF THE LORD PROMISED TO US
Nehemiah 8:10 declares that the joy of the Lord is our strength.
Psalms 16:11 declares that in the presence of God is fullness of joy.
Psalms 30:5 states that joy comes in the morning.
Psalms 126:5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with joy.
Psalms 132:16 The saints shall shout aloud for joy.
Isaiah 12:3 With joy we shall draw water from the wells of salvation
Isaiah 35:10 The redeemed shall obtain joy and gladness.
John 16:24 We shall ask and receive that our joy will be full.
Romans 14:17 The kingdom of God is righteousness / peace and joy in the Holy Ghost.
OCCASIONS OF JOY IN THE BIBLE
At the laying of the foundation of the temple. Ezra 3:12
At the creation. Job 38:7
The coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Matthew 2:10
The resurrection of Jesus Christ brought about joy. Matthew 28:8
The ascension of Christ Jesus. Luke 24:52
The conversion of the Gentiles. Acts 15:3
THE LORD RESTORED JOY TO US
At the return of divine favour Psalms 30:11.
To those who mourn Isaiah 61:3.
At the deliverance of the nation Jeremiah 30:19 / 31:13.
At the opening of the door of hope Hosea 2:15.
At the vision of the risen Saviour John 16:20.
HOW JOY TURNS INTO SPIRITUAL BLESSING
The dedication of God’s house. Ezra 6:22
The blessings of a spiritual life. Isaiah 61:10
The delights of God’s word. Jeremiah 15:16
Times of spiritual refreshing. Acts 8:5-8
The love of Christ Jesus. 1 Peter 1:8
The joy of the Lord is your portion in this season in Jesus’ mighty name, Amen!
Everybody shout, “AMEN & AMEN!”
Shalom and good morning.
Dr. Daniel O. C.