Source of Joy, You endured the cross for the joy set before You. Your suffering and victory won for us a joy that no one can take away. It is secure because it’s based on Your glorious resurrection! When frustrations, problems, and setbacks occur, help us to refocus our attention on You and remind ourselves of the Good News. May we consistently draw near to You and find that in Your presence there is fullness of joy. As we walk in trusting, obedient union with You, please fill us with Your joy so that it is the spring in our step—strengthening us to follow hard after You. 

Hebrews 12:2 / John 16:22 (NIV) / Psalm 16:11 / John 15:10-11 / Nehemiah 8:10