Is there a dearth of joy right now? Has the half the population that’s unhappy about the election results doomed itself to a joyless four years?

I hope we can all remember that when God promised us joy in the coming of Jesus and exhorted us to follow Jesus joyfully, there were no elections. The government was NOT favorable either to Judaism or to Jesus followers.

Suddenly, God’s angel stood among them and God’s glory blazed around them. They were terrified. The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. (Luke 2.9 – 11, MSG)

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. (Philippians 4.4, ESV)

Rejoice always. (1 Thessalonians 5.16, ESV)

The fruit of the Spirit is…joy. (Galatians 5.22)