We look for things and stuff to make us happy , don't we ? Especially in the United States , where we're blessed with abundance , people from all walks of life look for more and more , and that can bring us to an empty place . Spiritually and emotionally . We begin to look in the wrong places .
But , as we've discussed this week , that spark of joy we look for can be found only in Jesus . Everything else is , yes , clutter . John 16 24 says until now , you have not asked for anything in my name . Ask and you will receive , and your joy will be complete . This plays out over and over . Every day . We see this in dramatic ways .
When a famous person turns from materialism and empty fame and finds Jesus , someone like that , who has experienced uncommon wealth , comes to a place where Jesus must be dealt with . How about you ? Are you tired of your empty pursuits ? Has the excitement over a new career or that new car worn off ? If you're listening and nodding , or maybe you're not even sure .
If you're listening and nodding , or maybe you're not even sure , do this today . Tell Jesus what's in your heart and what's in your mind . He said to ask , ask , receive his joy , you'll be complete , you'll be uncluttered . He's literally waiting for you to sit down and tell him all about it .
Let's pray , lord , refresh us and renew us , clean our hearts and our minds . We know that you can and will . We receive that In Jesus' name amen . Did you know many of the messages featured on the Caruso Daily Devotional are available on a t-shirt . Learn more at carusocom .