June 30

The Simple Path to Joy


I take joy in doing your will, my God, for your law is written in my heart.

Psalm 40:8 (NLT)


David, the shepherd boy, the king, that man after God’s own heart, reveals the secret to finding real joy in life.

Unlike his description in Psalm 37:3-5, he words the process backwards—he starts with the end (joy) and moves to the beginning (hiding God’s word in his heart). It is the written word soaking deep into our souls that has the power to transform and deliver something better than what we normally seek. His joy proves better.

Absorbing God’s word is a first step to renewing our minds and being transformed (Romans 12:1-2). It’s how we prove God’s will and find the work He has for us, but it’s also the pathway to greater contentment. David found it. Paul found it. Jesus certainly found it. You and I can find it too!

It starts with cracking the Book and opening our hearts!


Father, make Your word come alive in my heart. Help me to do Your will. Amen.