Date : Thursday, 30th April, 2026
Text : Proverbs 17:22
Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation :
Joy is a vital secret of long life. Scripture declares that a merry heart does good like medicine, bringing healing and vitality to the whole being. Joy strengthens the body, renews creates a healthy environment within you. It counters stress, anxiety the spirit, and becomes a sustaining force in life’s journey.
A joyful heart, and negativity that weaken both body and mind. The joy of the Lord is your strength, empowering you to rise above pressures and remain stable (Nehemiah 8:10).
Peace and joy work together to preserve life and promote wholeness. When your heart is at rest, your body functions better and your mind remains sound. Great peace belongs to those who love God’s law, and nothing shall offend them (Psalm 119:165).
Choose joy intentionally, regardless of circumstances. Let gratitude and praise fill your heart daily as a lifestyle. As you walk in joy, you remain firmly established in the covenant of long life and divine preservation.
Prayer Nugget : Father, fill my heart with joy and peace; let my life be strengthened and preserved through Your presence, in Jesus’ name.
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