Kingdom Joy: Rejoice in Every Step!

Day 8: Monday, December 16, 2024

“Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.” Philippians 4:4-5 (NLT)

Today, walk in that Kingdom JOYFUL Confidence!

If you’re reading this, it means God woke you up this morning! He put breath in your lungs and gave you another day to rejoice in Him. That alone is worth celebrating! Can I get a Woot! Woot!

Let the truth of His Word light up your face with Jesus' joy! And as you move through today, I want to encourage you—if you’re not where you want to be in your health and fitness journey, approach it with JOY!

Be joyful that you GET TO:

• Put proper nutrients in your body to honor His temple.

• Go for a walk or crush that workout—yes, even if it’s a slow one!

• Do this whole thing WITH JESUS!

"Remember, you GET TO—not HAVE TO! This shift in mindset changes everything. Think of your health and fitness journey as a precious gift from Jesus. It's not a burden or obligation but an opportunity, an invitation to partner with the Holy Spirit.

Every workout, every meal choice, every step forward is a moment of worship—a way to honor the body God has entrusted to you. Instead of seeing it as something you have to do, embrace it as something you get to do out of love, gratitude, and joy.

You get to move because He gave you the ability. You get to fuel your body because He provides. You get to grow stronger, not just physically but spiritually, leaning on His strength when yours runs low.

When you shift your perspective, you’ll discover that joy follows. You’ll realize this isn’t just about fitness—it’s about faith. It’s about saying, ‘Lord, I’m showing up today because You’ve given me this gift, and I want to steward it well.’

So take a deep breath, feel the joy bubbling up inside, and step forward with excitement. This is your chance to glorify God in all you do—because you GET TO!"

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