For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal live. John 3:16 (NIV)

1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18

1. Rejoice always,

2. pray without ceasing,

3. in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

Today times are tough. Many people are unemployed, money may be short. You may not be able to pay bills or buy groceries, or buy clothes for you or your family. You may be older, with health problems. You may not be able to drive yourself or get out because of age or health and have to depend on others all the time.

What ever your need is -- God, our Heavenly Father already knows about it.

-- Living Bible Matthew 6:31. ``So don't worry at all about having enough food and clothing. Why be like the heathen? For they take pride in all these things and are deeply concerned about them. But your heavenly Father already knows perfectly well that you need them, and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to. ``So don't be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time.

As we see by these scriptures, our Heavenly Father knows our needs, our problems, our concerns, our lack, and our grief. And He promises to take care of them too!

But, we as believers, joint heirs with Jesus Christ have a responsibility too!

1. We have to put Jesus Christ our Lord first in our lives, we have to live daily for Him.

2. We have to rejoice in all things! This is a very important part of our daily walk with Christ.
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