And Nehemiah continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!”
- Nehemiah 8:10

Father, let Your joy be our unshakeable strength. Empower our hearts to rejoice even in hard seasons, and open our hands to share generously with those who have less.