DAILY COGNISANCE:
DAILY COGNISANCE:
The Joy of His Presence – Psalms 16:11
Drama Message:
Setting: A park where two siblings, Anna and Mark, are enjoying a warm day. Anna looks worried as she sits on a bench, while Mark plays with his dog nearby.
Anna: (sighing deeply) Mark, can I talk to you for a second?
Mark: (running over) Of course! What’s going on?
Anna: (looking down) I’ve just been feeling so weighed down lately. I can’t shake this feeling of sadness. It feels like no matter what I do—work, friends—nothing brings me joy anymore.
Mark: (sitting next to her) I understand. Life can get pretty heavy. But there’s something amazing we can do in these moments.
Anna: Like what?
Mark: Do you remember Psalms 16:11? It says, “You make known to me the path of life; in Your presence there is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
Anna: (curiously) What does that mean exactly?
Mark: It means that when we draw near to God, He fills us with joy. It’s His presence that lights up the darkness we may feel. When we seek Him, He gives us that deeper happiness.
Anna: (thinking) So you’re saying I should seek God more when I feel down instead of trying to deal with it all on my own?
Mark: Exactly! It’s easy to feel isolated, but God always invites us into His presence. That’s where true joy is found.
Anna: (smiling slightly) I guess I’ve been trying to find joy in all the wrong places.
Mark: We all do it sometimes! Let’s take a moment right now to pray and ask Him to fill you with His joy.
(They bow their heads, and as they pray, the atmosphere seems lighter.)
Conclusion:
Narrator (voiceover): Life’s struggles can cast shadows, but remember, joy isn’t found in circumstances—it’s found in His presence. Seek the Lord with all your heart, and discover the fullness of joy that comes from being close to Him.
End Scene.
Tuesday June 3rd, 2025.
For feedback: dailycognisance@livenewlife.org