My Joy Begins With Jesus
11/12/25, 1:00 PM
Inspired by:
“The Center of My Joy”
Richard Smallwood
Focus:
Anchoring your joy in Christ—regardless of circumstances, emotions, or seasons
Scripture References (NIV):
• Nehemiah 8:10b — “Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
• James 1:17 — “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
Devotion:
Joy isn’t found in things—it’s found in Jesus. Richard Smallwood’s The Center of My Joy is more than a melody—it’s a declaration. It reminds us that no matter what life looks like, Jesus remains the source of everything good, everything perfect, everything lasting.
When emotions waver and circumstances shift, joy rooted in Christ stands firm. He is the calm in your chaos, the light in your darkness, the melody in your silence. Today, let your heart sing: “Jesus, You are the center of my joy.” Because when He’s at the center, everything else finds its place.
Reflection:
1. What have you been relying on for joy that doesn’t last?
2. How can you re-center your heart on Jesus today?
Prayer:
Jesus, You are the center of my joy. Thank You for being my constant, my comfort, and my delight. Help me to find joy in Your presence, not in my circumstances. I choose to anchor my heart in You today. Amen.
Action steps:
1. Write down three things Jesus has done that bring you joy—thank Him for each one.
2. Say aloud: “Jesus, You are the center of my joy.”
3. Share this devotion and the song “The Center of My Joy” with someone who needs to rediscover their joy in Christ.
Remember:
Joy isn’t based on what’s happening around you—it’s rooted in Who lives within you.
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