2 Corinthians 7-9, Psalms 114

What God said to me – I love a cheerful giver, one who realizes all of their blessings are from Me, and who is willing to share those blessings.  Cheerfulness in giving is a sign that you trust Me.  Cheerfulness in life is also a sign that you trust Me no matter what circumstances you find yourself in.   One of the most difficult things in trials is to acknowledge that “I AM” at work for your good.  When you come to that place, and you truly understand that I work all things for your good is when you experience joy unspeakable and full of glory.  It is because of My joy that you can truly be cheerful in the most difficult times.

2 Corinthians 4-6, Psalms 113

What God said to me – Come out from among them and be separate.  Be set apart from them.  Be set apart to Me.  They must be able to tell a difference if you are to have any influence on them.  The way you respond in the day of trouble is one of the ways you are set apart from them.  As you trust in Me to work all thing together for your good, they are watching.  Your trust and peace baffle them and yet it also draws them.  They long for peace.  They long for hope.  You show them in your responses that there is a way to experience both.  Although they can’t identify it or won’t admit it, they long for what you have.  Stay close to Me.  Others are watching.