Fullness of joy

January 3
“In thy presence is fullness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore” (Psalm
16: 11).
Joy multiplies as we live in the presence of God, and it is only there that full joy is found.
Many can testify that their names are written in the Book of Life, but they cannot say that
they are living constantly in the presence of the Lord.

It is possible to live with the Lord’s
children, and to worship and work with them, and yet to be out of touch with the Lord. We
can even be in a prayer meeting and not feel the Lord’s presence – not be in conscious touch
with Him.

But if you do not feel His presence, then you do not have full joy. This may be due to various
things, but it may be your own fault. As a child of God your heart is pure and your conscience
right before Him, you can feel and know His presence.

Our prayer is that you may learn this secret of dwelling in the presence of the living and loving
God, for this is His intention and purpose for His people.