Joyfully His: Walking Daily with God

By Judy Klug

19 years ago Judy answered a call by God to write and distribute a daily devotion.  God’s daily inspiration and sustainment has remained constant in spite of personal and worldwide challenges. This compilation of daily devotions will provide inspiration and accountability each day for an entire year.  May God bless you as he has blessed those who originally received these devotions.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: Dec 14, 2020
• ISBN: 9781664213524

Judy Klug

Like the original disciples, God chose an unlikely shepherd to carry His message.  Wife, mother, grandmother, homemaker, Sunday School Teacher, and former church choir director, describe Judy but her deep devotion to God and her dependency on Him to provide daily verses and meditations are her only qualifications to be His author.

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CONTENTS

Foreword

January

Jan 1    Happy New Year!

Jan 2    The Lesson For Us

Jan 3    Herod Will Be Held Accountable

Jan 4    Jesus Came To Us, Too!

Jan 5    Why Rebel?

Jan 6    A Blessing

Jan 7    Following Jesus

Jan 8    No Fear

Jan 9    God Keeps His Promises

Jan 10    My Prayer Tonight

Jan 11    The Only One

Jan 12    Never Walk Alone

Jan 13    The Here And Now

Jan 14    God Provides For Our Enjoyment

Jan 15    Not An Idle Time

Jan 16    Come, Lord Jesus, Come

Jan 17    A Bold Statement Of Faith

Jan 18    Uniting In Praise

Jan 19    We Rejoice

Jan 20    Do Good To All People

Jan 21    The Value Of Trials

Jan 22    You Love Him

Jan 23    Follow Jesus’ Example

Jan 24    Think About It

Jan 25    Settling Differences

Jan 26    Remember These

Jan 27    All I Need

Jan 28    Our Pilgrimage

Jan 29    Worship God Only

Jan 30    Stay In Touch

Jan 31    Your Dwelling

February

Feb 1    Thank You, Lord!

Feb 2    The Everlasting Word

Feb 3    He Will Prevail

Feb 4    Do Not Be Afraid

Feb 5    His Incredible Gift

Feb 6    Do Not Deceive Yourself

Feb 7    Doing What Is Right

Feb 8    We Are Commanded

Feb 9    Let Israel Seek God

Feb 10    Our Help And Out Shield

Feb 11    Trust Him. Acknowledge Him

Feb 12    Please God, Not Man

Feb 13    Sleep Well

Feb 14    God’s Love

Feb 15    Grow Through Obstacles And Hardships

Feb 16    Knowledge

Feb 17    Our Shared Need

Feb 18    Let His Peace Rule

Feb 19    Think Carefully; Pray Attentively

Feb 20    Who We Are

Feb 21    Eternal Life In Paradise

Feb 22    The Trumpet’s Call

Feb 23    God Is Our Master

Feb 24    Be Discerning

Feb 25    Wake Up!

Feb 26    The Author And Finisher

Feb 27    More Than Conquerors

Feb 28    Am I Ready? Are You?

March

Mar 1    Bible Study

Mar 2    Rewards Are Greater Than Cost

Mar 3    Love Others

Mar 4    Whatever You Do

Mar 5    You Are God’s Child

Mar 6    God Demonstrates His Love

Mar 7    Sing!

Mar 8    Please Pray With Me

Mar 9    The Path Of The Wicked

Mar 10    I Am Not Ashamed

Mar 11    The Bad News And The Good News

Mar 12    Peace

Mar 13    Please Pray, Be Cautious And Do Not Worry

Mar 14    A Privilege And Responsibility

Mar 15    Where Do You Live?

Mar 16    God Is Our Champion!

Mar 17    He Watches Over Us

Mar 18    Walk, Run, Soar; Do Not Grow Weary Or Faint

Mar 19    Change Your Desires

Mar 20    Trust Him And Rejoice!

Mar 21    God Will Answer Your Prayers

Mar 22    Opportunities

Mar 23    Never Alone

Mar 24    God Is Watching

Mar 25    He Is Capable!

Mar 26    Have Faith In God!

Mar 27    Live Victoriously!

Mar 28    Seek His Face! Obey Him!

Mar 29    His Love Is With Us

Mar 30    Offer Your Gift Of Praise

Mar 31    How Will You Spend Your Day?

April

Apr 1    He Is All We Need

Apr 2    He Defeats Our Enemies!

Apr 3    He Saves Us

Apr 4    A Brief Testimony

Apr 5    We Welcome You, Jesus!

Apr 6    Smile

Apr 7    Watch And Pray

Apr 8    Easter Attire

Apr 9    He Knew

Apr 10    Spoken From The Cross

Apr 11    Sunday’s Coming!

Apr 12    The Joyful Message

Apr 13    Believe

Apr 14    Praying

Apr 15    Not A Slave To Fear

Apr 16    All Kinds Of Prayers

Apr 17    Fear And Worry

Apr 18    One Day Nearer

Apr 19    His Capable Hands

Apr 20    Proclaim Our Freedom

Apr 21    The Best Is Yet To Come

Apr 22    Jesus Paid It All

Apr 23    Give Thanks To God

Apr 24    Conquering Anxiety

Apr 25    Pure Joy

Apr 26    Managing Speech And Anger

Apr 27    The Harvest Is Ripe

Apr 28    Called To Be Witnesses

Apr 29    Answered Prayer

Apr 30    Turn To God

May

May 1    Numbering Our Days

May 2    A Day Of Praise And Worship

May 3    Living Without Fear

May 4    Be A Helper

May 5    Declare His Glory

May 6    Comfort And Compassion

May 7    How Much God Loves Us

May 8    The Best Solution

May 9    One Day Or One Step At A Time

May 10    Seeking And Finding God

May 11    God’s Word Is Everlasting

May 12    God’s Promises

May 13    They Never Run Out

May 14    Praise The Lord!

May 15    God Delights In....

May 16    Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

May 17    Avoid The Quicksand

May 18    He Is Capable

May 19    Bring Glory To God

May 20    Let It Shine, Shine, Shine

May 21    Rejoice And Celebrate

May 22    Perishable Or Imperishable

May 23    Where Is Your Faith?

May 24    Spanking Versus Abuse

May 25    Remember

May 26    A Willing Spirit

May 27    A Glorious Task

May 28    In Him

May 29    Tell Him Everything

May 30    The Good News About Jesus

May 31    Love In Action

June

Jun 1    I Surrender All

Jun 2    The Land We Will Possess

Jun 3    How Blessed We Are!

Jun 4    Evil Loves Darkness

Jun 5    His Great Mercy

Jun 6    Our Present Sufferings

Jun 7    The Good Shepherd

Jun 8    Bring America Back

Jun 9    As Only God Can!

Jun 10    God Is With Us

Jun 11    Great Is The Lord

Jun 12    Filled With Gratitude And Wonder

Jun 13    Great Works

Jun 14    A Malicious Man/Woman

Jun 15    It’s Your Decision

Jun 16    Do Not Be Led Astray

Jun 17    The Challenge

Jun 18    We Will Know It Is Jesus

Jun 19    Tough Love Is Needed

Jun 20    Hide His Word In Your Heart

Jun 21    Go Forth Rejoicing

Jun 22    A Precious Gift

Jun 23    It Is Critical

Jun 24    He Watches Over Us

Jun 25    The Time Is Right Now!

Jun 26    When God Calls

Jun 27    The Watchmen

Jun 28    Love In Action

Jun 29    Put Others First

Jun 30    Be A Fruit Inspector

July

Jul 1    Be Clean!

Jul 2    I Am Not Ashamed, Am I?

Jul 3    Be Carried

Jul 4    Just Ask

Jul 5    Totally Trustworthy

Jul 6    Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem

Jul 7    No Room For Evil

Jul 8    God’s Immense Power

Jul 9    Be Strong!

Jul 10    Sin Is Sin

Jul 11    Following Chirst’s Footsteps

Jul 12    God Is Not Defeated

Jul 13    See For Yourself

Jul 14    Watch For It!

Jul 15    Do Something Good

Jul 16    Choose Carefully

Jul 17    Watch For Opportunities

Jul 18    Stand Up And Bless The Lord

Jul 19    A Challenge And Encouragement

Jul 20    Submit To One, Resist The Other

Jul 21    God’s Statutes

Jul 22    Crossroads

Jul 23    Godly Speech

Jul 24    Submit To God

Jul 25    Glory To God

Jul 26    A Rewarding Lesson

Jul 27    Living Testimonies

Jul 28    Good Works

Jul 29    Wait For The Lord

Jul 30    The Lord Is Faithful

Jul 31    Praise The Lord

August

Aug 1    He Can And He Will

Aug 2    The Question Is

Aug 3    Stuff

Aug 4    Share Now And Always

Aug 5    Wait Expectantly

Aug 6    Worry Or Worship

Aug 7    May God Bless And Protect America!

Aug 8    Feelings

Aug 9    Encourage One Another

Aug 10    Greater Is He

Aug 11    Vocabulary

Aug 12    Continue Serving Him

Aug 13    Join The Fight!

Aug 14    Keeping Our Focus

Aug 15    Mundane Tasks

Aug 16    When You Pray

Aug 17    Talk. Is That All You Can Do?

Aug 18    All Things Are Possible

Aug 19    God Created

Aug 20    Let Him Guide

Aug 21    Amazing, Isn’t It?

Aug 22    For The World To See

Aug 23    Speak Truthfully

Aug 24    What Do You Have To Lose?

Aug 25    The God Of Truth

Aug 26    Sleep Well

Aug 27    Never Forsaken

Aug 28    Great Is The Lord!

Aug 29    Worship Together

Aug 30    He Always Answers

Aug 31    Let God Be Glorified

September

Sep 1    How To Pray

Sep 2    I Rejoice!

Sep 3    Jesus Loves Me

Sep 4    Good Company

Sep 5    Bring Us To Our Knees

Sep 6    Do Not Fear

Sep 7    Without Objections Or Questions

Sep 8    Obedience

Sep 9    God Loves You!

Sep 10    Follow Him

Sep 11    Why Do We Serve Jesus?

Sep 12    Praise The Lord!

Sep 13    Depend On Him

Sep 14    Daily Gifts

Sep 15    His Kindness And Patience

Sep 16    Your Relationship With God

Sep 17    He Holds Us

Sep 18    God’s Word Stands Forever!

Sep 19    Rejoice In God’s Love

Sep 20    Anticipate The Day

Sep 21    The Best Is Yet To Come!

Sep 22    Celebrating Unity

Sep 23    Wonders God Has Created

Sep 24    Please Pray

Sep 25    God Is Calling

Sep 26    Nothing Is Lacking

Sep 27    Nothing Is Impossible

Sep 28    Be On Guard

Sep 29    Stand Firm

Sep 30    Be Renewed

October

Oct 1    A Life That Matters

Oct 2    Sin Checklist

Oct 3    Defeat Satan

Oct 4    Sin Checklist Number Two

Oct 5    When Evil Men Succeed

Oct 6    The Lord Upholds Him

Oct 7    Not By Works

Oct 8    Not Acceptable

Oct 9    You Are Light

Oct 10    Our Leaders And Our Solid Rock

Oct 11    Are You Ready?

Oct 12    Share

Oct 13    Overflowing Hearts

Oct 14    A Child Of God

Oct 15    God’s Child

Oct 16    One God

Oct 17    The Only Way

Oct 18    Worry And Fear

Oct 19    Sing And Shout In Your Heart

Oct 20    In The Creator’s Hands

Oct 21    Christian Conduct

Oct 22    Try It And See!

Oct 23    What Feels Good

Oct 24    Complete Dedication

Oct 25    Satan Loses Another Battle

Oct 26    Share What God Has Done

Oct 27    A Wonderful, Joyous Privilege

Oct 28    Exercise Your Faith

Oct 29    Abel’s Offering

Oct 30    Listen, Obey And Grow

Oct 31    Bring The Gospel

November

Nov 1    Stand Up!

Nov 2    Is It Worth The Price?

Nov 3    Don’t Settle For Less!

Nov 4    Great Rewards

Nov 5    Little Things

Nov 6    He Came

Nov 7    Your Corner Of The World

Nov 8    Christian Wives

Nov 9    The Husband’s Responsibilities

Nov 10    Have A Blessed Day

Nov 11    His Ways Are Perfect

Nov 12    Move On

Nov 13    No Fear Of Death

Nov 14    Abortion

Nov 15    Pray For The Salvation Of The Wicked

Nov 16    Your Strength

Nov 17    Pray For Leaders

Nov 18    Stay Connected

Nov 19    Healing

Nov 20    Following Jesus—What Does It Mean?

Nov 21    Works

Nov 22    The Father’s Will

Nov 23    Do Not Live In Fear

Nov 24    Handling Circumstances

Nov 25    His Indescribable Gift

Nov 26    Worship Him With Praise And Thanksgiving

Nov 27    Happy Thanksgiving

Nov 28    Pleasing Lives

Nov 29    If

Nov 30    A Necessity

December

Dec 1    Give Thanks For Everything

Dec 2    My Joy Overflows

Dec 3    Everything We Need

Dec 4    There Will Be Peace And Great Joy

Dec 5    Whose Agenda?

Dec 6    A Call To Action

Dec 7    Reflections

Dec 8    Always Be Ready

Dec 9    He Is All I Need

Dec 10    Be Delivered From Worry And Fear

Dec 11    Be A Blessing

Dec 12    Common Sense Or Obedience?

Dec 13    Motives

Dec 14    The Light Of The World

Dec 15    Our Mediator

Dec 16    A Joyful Time—Christmas

Dec 17    Give Children The Gift Of The Knowledge Of God’s Love

Dec 18    His Promises Never Fail

Dec 19    He Never Leaves Us Wondering

Dec 20    The Wonder And Beauty Of God’s Plan

Dec 21    Increase Our Faith

Dec 22    God’s Plan

Dec 23 Obedience And Faith

Dec 24 Do You Have Room?

Dec 25 Merry Christmas!

Dec 26    God Makes His Message Clear

Dec 27    An Inspiration For Us

Dec 28    Jesus Taken To The Temple

Dec 29    God’s Promises Are For You And Me

Dec 30    Prayer Time

Dec 31    Theme Verse For The New Year

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FOREWORD

Hebrews 13:20-21

²⁰ Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, ²¹ equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. (NIV)

This book is dedicated to the glory of God and with awe and wonder of the work He has done through his faithful servant, Judy Klug. In 2001, Judy felt called by God to share a daily devotion via email to her friends. She has remained faithful to a continuous daily call for over 19 years and sends those devotions to hundreds of friends in addition to posting them on social media. Her single purpose has simply been to be obedient to the call and message of the Holy Spirit. God has been faithful to provide His message to her every single day in spite of personal and world circumstances; a testimony in and of itself of God’s steadfast love and faithfulness (Ex 34:6).

This is a simple compilation of her published devotions from Oct 2019 through Sep 2020. You will see that on occasion, God inspired Judy to show that the timeless nature of His inspired scripture applies equally to today’s issues as it did to issues of Biblical history. On a few occasions, her devotions are deeply personal; a reflection of God’s activity in her life that very day. In spite of failing health and tragic loss of her husband in 2004, God has continued to inspire her daily and provide the strength and clarity-of-thought to remain obedient to His call. Clearly God has used a 19-year nearly perfect record of consistency as a miraculous testimony to His sovereignty and His faithfulness in equipping those He calls into His service.

Many of her faithful readers have shared that these devotions are central to their own personal or family devotions and have called to inquire about her if she misses her usual publication time. Some forward this to others prompting several total strangers to reach out to Judy for prayer and counseling. In all of this, she remains humbly focused not on the outcome, but on the call and on her responsibility to be obedient to that call. She clearly feels God’s constant presence, receives a daily message from Him, and rests in his unfailing love: her true source of joy and contentment. Undoubtedly this is why she could sign her daily devotions each and every day in spite of her own or world circumstances, Joyfully His.

Russ Klug (Judy’s son)

January

JAN 1

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Numbers 6:24-26

"The Lord bless you

and keep you;

²⁵ the Lord make his face shine on you

and be gracious to you;

²⁶ the Lord turn his face toward you

and give you peace." (NIV)

MEDITATION:

As we begin a new year, may these verses make themselves evident in your life every day. May the joy of the Lord fill your heart to overflowing. May your eyes be opened to see God’s blessings during happy times, during painful experiences and even during sorrow and grief. Keep your eyes upon Jesus and see God’s blessings poured out on you.

JAN 2

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THE LESSON FOR US

Matthew 2:1-6

1) Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, ² Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him." ³ When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. ⁴ Gathering together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. ⁵ They said to him, "In Bethlehem of Judea; for this is what has been written by the prophet:

⁶ ‘And you, Bethlehem, land of Judah,

Are by no means least among the leaders of Judah;

For out of you shall come forth a Ruler

Who will shepherd My people Israel.’" (NASB)

MEDITATION:

It’s interesting that Herod did not consult his wise men, but sought out the leaders and learned men of Israel. They were able to tell him what the prophet had said about Messiah’s birthplace. Have you ever wondered why none of the chief priests or teachers of the law went to Bethlehem to investigate what the Magi told them? Did God’s plan not match their expectations? Remember that they were expecting a political leader, but God sent His Redeemer. They were expecting a king who would overthrow the Roman conquerors and establish Israel as a leading nation in the world. They were so intent on their understanding and interpretation of Scripture that they missed the birth of our Savior. The lesson here for us is to keep our eyes and ears open to God. We do not know when Jesus is coming again, but we know that He is coming. May our hearts and minds always be ready!

JAN 3

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HEROD WILL BE HELD

ACCOUNTABLE

Matthew 2:7-8

⁷ Then Herod secretly called the magi and determined from them the exact time the star appeared. ⁸ And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, Go and search carefully for the Child; and when you have found Him, report to me, so that I too may come and worship Him. (NASB)

MEDITATION:

Herod was not a Jew nor did he hold God in reverent esteem. He wanted to know how old the Child might be and where He could be found in order to kill the Child. In order to protect his throne, Herod had murdered his wife, his three sons, his mother-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle and many others in addition to all the boy babies in Bethlehem. It is important for Christians to remember that we are to obey the government (see Romans 13:1-7) unless doing so would be an act of disobedience to God. He is our King. Early rulers are temporary, often not interested in the welfare of their subjects. It often appears that they are not answerable to anyone, but never forget that they are all answerable to God. As we continue reading the account of the visit of the Magi, we will see an example of God telling men not to obey the earthly ruler.

Someday Herod will stand before God’s judgment seat and be held accountable for all his actions. We, too, will stand before God’s judgment seat, and Jesus Christ will stand there as our intercessor. (see Hebrews 10). Jesus had come to save mankind. All who place their faith and trust in Him, will be saved from eternal punishment to eternal life. (Ephesians 2:8-9 John 3:16) Rejoice! Share this wonderful good news!

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JESUS CAME TO US, TOO!

Matthew 2:9-12

"⁹ After hearing the king, they went their way; and the star, which they had seen in the east, went on before them until it came and stood over the place where the Child was. ¹⁰ When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. ¹¹ After coming into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. ¹² And having been warned by God in a dream not to return to Herod, the magi left for their own country by another way." (NASB)

MEDITATION:

The magi were educated men possible astronomers. At least they were familiar enough with the night skies to recognize Jesus’ star as a new star. These men came from the east indicating that they were not Israelites, but were Gentiles. God led Gentiles to find and worship His Son! Another clue that the magi were Gentiles is that they referred to Jesus as the King of the Jews. This is the name used by non-Israelites for Jesus. The Jews were expecting Messiah yet God chose to reveal Him to shepherds and Gentiles! Don’t you love the way God works? This reinforces the message that the King of the Jews came as Savior