Joy

During this past 4 months, I have felt a lot of different emotions. Some good, some bad. A lot of times, I feel as though I am in a desert spiritually. But I rejoice in those times because I know that I am growing in my relationship with God and He is using that time to break me and humble me. I am not one who dwells on emotions a lot because I know that Satan can use those against you a lot of times. But right now, for the first time in a long time, I feel joy. After a weekend and couple days of immense struggles, the joy I feel now is such a relief and I know that it is only because of God. His timing is amazing. It is funny how He can use little things like packages in the mail to bring joy to your life, a long with a sunny day and warm weather. Thank you Lord for this time. It has given me renewed strength to fight the good fight and persevere to the end. Last night and today are nothing short of miraculous, there in no other explanation except for God. That is how the Christian life should be lived.