“JOY.”
Joy is another thing that little children know something about. How happy a little girl is when she gets a new doll; or a little boy when he gets a small train of cars, wagon, or a knife! What joy it gives them when they can get out in the yard and have a good play! How delighted they are to have a ride on a sled, in a buggy, or on the cars! There are many, many things that give children joy and pleasure.
But there is something else that ought to give us joy. Thinking of Jesus and learning about Him, give joy to God’s children. And this kind of joy is the fruit of the Spirit. Even in the midst of trouble and pain we may be happy in God. May we be filled with the joy that God gives and rejoice in Him continually.
ML 03/22/1903