Rejoice in the Lord

Enjoy the Journey

Do you remember the feeling of anticipation that was almost unbearable during the last few days of school? You could see it on faces, hear it in conversations, and literally feel it in the air. Both students and teachers were ready for summer.

Our lives are filled with future events that we hurry toward with anticipation. We look forward to graduation, to marriage, to children, to vacations, to grandchildren, to retirement, and so on. For many, our lives are lived in order to reach the next “event” with little thought to the path that will get us there.

While heaven is our destination if we know Jesus Christ as Savior, please don’t neglect the journey that will get us there. When all we look forward to is an “event” that we think will bring some kind of joy, we miss out on the blessing of the journey. In John chapters 14 and 15, Jesus was preparing His disciples for His departure to heaven. He told them about the place He was going to prepare for them. But He also said,

“These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full.”
JOHN 15:11

Notice that Christ’s joy was to remain with the disciples throughout their journey, not only at the destination. Our study in Philippians has shown us how to have joy on this unparalleled journey as we walk daily with the Lord.

Rejoice in the Lord seeks to reach the lost and to be an encouragement to Christians. As you consider your journey and your final destination, remember that Rejoice is here faithfully each week to encourage and equip you. Your prayers and financial support help to sustain this outreach into your community and around the world. Partner with us as we endeavor to move forward with the message of hope that is only found in Jesus Christ.

Viewers Respond

“Praise the Lord for the Sunday night broadcast of Rejoice in the Lord. I am so thankful for it. Since I am not able to attend my church, it is a double blessing to me.”

—Illinois

“My wife and I enjoy your broadcast every Sunday night. The music and preaching are a real blessing. We like to rejoice in the Lord with you.”

—Iowa

“I am so blessed to have this TV program come into my home. The sermons are inspiring both in content and delivery. The music is exceptional. I love seeing all the musicians and enjoy the hymns.”

—Michigan

“We continue to enjoy the ministry of Rejoice in the Lord. It has been a blessing when we are unable to attend our local church. So many times the messages seem to be specifically for us. We love the music ministry; the choir is great, and the special numbers are always timely and uplifting, and we sing along with the congregation.”

—Oregon

“We look forward to your worship program each week. We appreciate the hymns, the song leader, the choir, and special music. Most of all we are grateful for the spirit of worship and the messages from God’s Word.”

—New York

This Liberty of Yours

Have you ever wondered if there is a limit to Christian liberty? Does liberty come with responsibilities? In order to walk worthy of our calling, it is essential to find a biblical balance on this issue and avoid the extremes of license and legalism. Dr. Tim Zacharias, Campus Church assistant pastor seen weekly on Rejoice leading the worship service, has written these encouraging words to give us a higher understanding of unlocking our liberty in Christ.

For your gift of $50 or more to Rejoice, we’ll send you a copy of the book, This Liberty of Yours. Call 1-800-223-9727 or donate online.

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Comment from Tennessee

“I am not always able to attend church and the TV service has been a real blessing to me. I appreciate all the music and Scripture readings. The messages always seem to speak to me personally. Before my husband went home to be with the Lord, he very much enjoyed the entire Rejoice service.”

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