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Euphoria

Our euphoria  comes from our love of the truth and our obedience to it. It does not come from the things we choose to use to generate it. Instruments, intense bodily motion, touching theatrical plays, and strategically placed lights and sound do not even come close to mimicking the joy we have in Christ. We should be so overwhelmed with joy and excitement in Christ that it never leaves us. The man made things that we introduce to create such an atmosphere not only fall short but are short lived. Notice how the N.T. worship structure commanded by God  has not changed for 2000 years. Man made worship has changed steadily. We are not to even try to achieve Christian euphoria in a man made way. We cannot accomplish  it. Nothing man made can surpass what Christ has done for us. Nothing man made can surpass what promise we have in Christ. Why even try? Live and walk in the continual  and everlasting  joy that only God can give.

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and hid; and for joy over it he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.” Matt. 13:44

 “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,  to an inheritance incorruptible and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials,  that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ, whom having not seen you love. Though now you do not see Him, yet believing, you rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory,  receiving the end of your faith—the salvation of your souls.” 1 Pet. 1:3-9

Live in and show the joy that comes in Christ. Share the joy of the gospel with someone today! :)

 Gal. 1:3-5

~Steve~

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