This devotional is adapted from my longer article, " Finding Joy Through Faith in Sorrow ," where I share the full story of meeting Jena and exploring how Biblical joy coexists with grief. "Therefore you now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you."  — John 16:22 (NKJV) Today's Reflection Have you ever wondered how some Christians seem to carry both grief and joy at the same time? It seems impossible—like tryin

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What does it mean to be a doer of God's word? James 1:22 calls believers to be doers of the word and not hearers only, emphasizing that genuine faith is demonstrated through obedient actions. To be doers of the word is to actively live out what the Bible teaches rather than just listening or reading it. Following God's word through deeds like acts of charity and personal purity makes faith evident, as this active obedience shows true trust and transforms lives.