the desirement of joy

*RESTORATION TODAY* – *TACN PRODUCTION*

*WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2024.*

*TOPIC : JESUS DESIRES JOY FOR YOU*

_” And now come I to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.” John 17:13._

*MESSAGE*

Jesus’ words offer a kind of “parting instruction” for his followers. Among the last things Jesus did while he was on this earth was to pray that his followers might continue to believe in him, be protected from the powers of evil, and bring glory to the Father. And he prayed for these things so that his followers would have complete joy.

This prayer has continuing significance for us. We are among those whom the Father gave to Jesus, the disciples who would remain in the world after he left. Even though he is no longer physically present on earth, we hear Jesus’ parting desire for continued faith and protection for us.

And it’s important to hear his desire for our joy. Though following Christ may be difficult at times, that cannot snuff out the joy of having full life with him. May you hear Jesus’ prayer today as a prayer for you, and for all whom he calls to be witnesses to his complete joy.

*ACTION POINT*

• Thank God for the joy of the Lord which is available to you in Christ Jesus.

*SCRIPTURE*

John 17:6-19; 15:11;

Isaiah 62:4.

*PRAYER POINTS*

1. Lord Jesus, thank You for praying for me and for all who will believe in You.

2. Father, protect every member of the body of Christ and sustain our faith in Jesus’ name.

3. Lord, let Your joy fill our hearts until You return to live with us forever in the name of Jesus.

*THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR*

Deuteronomy 17:1; 18:8

Obadiah 1