JOY

Happiness is generally due to a happening. Happiness, therefore, can change throughout the day because good and bad things can happen. Joy, on the other hand, is not due to happenings as it is a constant fruit of the Spirit. Like all the different fruits of the Spirit, this never changes. Our awareness of this may change depending on whether we are walking in the Spirit or walking in the flesh. All the knowledge you need is in Him. He is in you, therefore, you have access to all knowledge and wisdom. Knowledge alone cannot achieve anything, as it is in a vacuum. It is wisdom that enables you to apply the knowledge. You may know all about cars, but it is only if you can drive them, it is of any use. A car in the garage is nice to see, but of no use if it cannot move.  It is the application of knowledge that will bring forth results. So also in all spheres of life, we need knowledge, but more than that, the ability to apply the knowledge to bring about change. Many have knowledge, but few apply it. Many know the truth, but few apply the truth. Many know what is right but fail to do it. We make choices based on our needs and desires. These choices then become habits, and these habits become our character. Choose today to apply your good knowledge and live life to the full. Let the joy of the Lord be your strength.