Living Gladly

“I will gladly spend myself and all I have for you, even though it seems that the more I love you, the less you love me.” (2 Corinthians 12:15 NLT) The word Paul used in the verse above that is translated “gladly” is a superlative that could also be translated “very gladly” or “most gladly.”Continue reading “Living Gladly”

The Joy of the Lord

“Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth!” (Psalm 100:1 NLT) What brings you joy? The term “joy” is used nearly 300 times in Scripture and the most common meaning is “gladness.” As we look at the joy of the Lord today, I’d like to approach it from a couple perspectives. First, the joyContinue reading “The Joy of the Lord”