This is the Day

Psalm 118: 22-24

The stone that the builders rejected has now become the cornerstone. This is the Lord’s doing, and it is wonderful to see. This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.

When I was growing up, our church would sing, “This is the Day” almost every Sunday.  I can remember what a wonderful time it was in the life of our church.  One of the reasons I’m in ministry was because of the influence of the music minister there. He was always faithful and glad. I never saw a time where he was sad.

I’ve always wondered how some people can stay so positive all the time. The scripture says to have joy when we face trials and tribulations of many kinds. Part of the Christian life is built on character. God didn’t promise us an easy life, but he did promise us a hope and a future. Life is going to be difficult sometimes and we have to rely on the cornerstone of our faith Jesus Christ to help us through the day. 

That’s why we can be glad and rejoice all the time. Even when we go though the deepest valley, if we keep our focus on Jesus, He will be faithful to us no matter what. So today is the day the Lord has made. Rejoice and be glad in it. No matter what happens to you today rejoice and be glad that you are a child of God. Stay focused on Him and he will pull you through any valley in this life.