Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy.

Psalm 126:2a

Recently, my grandchildren came into my house singing, “I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart …” It is an old song. They learned it that day in Sunday school. I heard them singing earlier as the chorus of voices drifted through the doors of their classroom into our adult Bible class. What joy!

One of the great blessings of Christian fellowship is to sing together with joy. Our fellowship is also with the saints in glory and their joyful worship. Youth ministry builds community with singing. The whole church sings for joy, with joy.

Are you feeling youthful today? It is time to get your joy on! The rhythm of Christ’s love bursts forth in joyful song. The choir of God’s community sings His praise with joy.

Don Schatz
Lynnwood, WA

Lord, create in me a joyful heart. Amen.

Reflect: What are your favorite songs of joy in the Lord?

Read: Psalm 126 and 1 Peter 1:8-9