June 14

The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. — Ps 19:8 BSB

Many people think that a godly life must be sad and gloomy. They assume Christians have no joy because they have to deny themselves so many pleasures and live strictly according to God’s commands. Life must seem dreary and joyless to them, they think.

But those who boast about being free from the restraints of the Bible are wrong. The happiest people in the world are those who keep God’s commandments. Sin has never brought true joy to anyone, but obedience to God always brings peace.

There are fresh springs of joy flowing within the obedient heart, even amid self-denial. This joy is the peace of God, which nothing can disturb. It’s a holy fountain, ever-flowing, that nothing can block or stop.