The Joy of the Lord is My Strength

What the Heck Does That Mean?

When I was in my 30’s, I learned a simple song called “The Joy of the Lord is My Strength.” It’s so simple, that that phrase is sung four times, and that’s the totality of the song. However, it’s simplicity was deceptive. That song would not leave me alone. I kept hearing it over and over in my mind. I didn’t understand it. How could Jesus’ joy be my st…