[[-SOAP HUB]] | [[-Psalm Overview]] | [[Psalm 21]] ## Title: Finding Joy in the Lord ## Scripture: (Psalm 21:1) “For the music director, a psalm of David. O Lord, the king rejoices in the strength you give; he takes great delight in the deliverance you provide.” (NET) ## Observation: I have found that it is easier to complain than to celebrate. It is easier to find fault than to find good things. It is easier to focus on what has not been done than to focus on what has been completed. When we think of God, we tend to think about what we need Him to do or what He chose not to do in our lives. We remember the time we prayed for something, but God did not answer. We may also be focusing on the next prayer request we hope He answers our way. It is okay to ask God for things and to be fervent in our prayers. It is not okay to only focus on our needs. Joy comes when we look behind us and recognize all the things the Lord has already done in our lives. This song tells us about many things the king is celebrating about his relationship with God. When is the last time you stopped and celebrated all that the Lord has already done, prayers He has answered, and who He is? We are not denying we have needs. We are saying that God is bigger than them all and worthy of our celebration. This brings joy. ## Application: Write down at least 20 things you can celebrate about God. Watch how it starts to change your perspective. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for bringing us joy every day.