“Be still, for the day is holy; do not be grieved.” — Nehemiah 8:11
Where there is holiness, there is bound to be joy—true joy, the heavenly original, not earthly imitations. I have always believed that holiness and joy are synonymous. A holy day is a day of joy.
The day was holy because the holy Word of God was read and rightly explained. The Word, that was rightly explained, was received in the right way—with holy reverence and praise. And it produced the right result: sorrow for sins and a longing for holiness. Therefore, instead of being sad, God’s people should be happy.
Every small victory against sin is a great reason for rejoicing.
From my diary,
August 29, 2024
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