JOY!

(Deuteronomy 28:47-48) As Christians, joy ought to be a characteristic of our service. We rejoice in service not merely because we accomplish tasks but because of the One Who assigned them to us. Join us as we conclude our study on joy with an exclamation point! (08203240823) 

(Jude 24-25) Some day, you can enter triumphantly into the Lord's presence! If you do finish well, it is only because He empowered you to do so. Surrender your fleshly efforts and submit to His enabling. (08202240822) 

(James 1:2-4) How do you rejoice in the midst of difficulty? You go back to what you know for sure. We know that God is in control of difficulty and has a great cause for all things He permits onto our path.  (08201240821) 

(Hebrews 12:1-2) While we have joy in the past and present, much more awaits us in what God has prepared ahead of us. This sort of joy motivated Christ in His suffering and empowers us to endure.  (08200240820) 

(Philemon 5-7, 20) The joy of Christian fellowship is not limited to one day a week. It extends beyond the time we gather together and into all areas of our lives. As a family, we are there through the good and the bad. (08199240819) 

(Philippians 4:1) A local church is a small representation of the family of God. Because of our divine relationship with the Father, we can enjoy a delightful fellowship with one another.  (08197240816) 

(Philippians 2:1-2, 17-18) You can have a relationship without having fellowship. Unity does not mean union or uniformity. Christian unity is grounded in sharing the mind of Christ. While the world is full of divisive conflict, Christ is full of uniting consolation.  (08196240815) 

(Philippians 1:3-4) One of the most Christ-like things we can do is intercede for others. When you pray for others, God will produce great joy in your soul. As you see progress in their lives, you will find another reason to rejoice.  (08195240814) 

(2 Corinthians 8:1-5; 9:7) Giving is more joyful than receiving. The Bible promises great blessings to those who give with expectation and without reservation. Are you faithfully giving to the Lord’s work? (08194240813) 

(2 Corinthians 1:23-24; 2:3) According to Scripture, faithful ministers are helpers of our joy. The Lord made us to need one another. While God gives the joy, faithful ministers simply help build it up. (08193240812) 

(Romans 15:30-33) There is no joy like finding and fulfilling God's will. His will is perfect, and performing it satisfies the deepest longings of your soul. Discover His will for you today! (08191240809) 

(Romans 14:17) The Spirit of God is the One Who brings all of heaven's resources to your heart. He brings the joy of Christ's presence and power. Have you learned the necessity of yielding to Him? (08190240808) 

(Acts 20:24) Yes, there is joy in beginning and even continuing our journey with the Lord. However, there is joy in finishing, too! God desires us to run through the finish line He has set before us. (08189240807) 

(Acts 13:49-52) While persecution and joy seem too opposite to cooperate, persecution is a frequent context for joy in the New Testament Church. The source of real joy is not found in how others treat us but in how we constantly and consciously yield to the presence of the Lord.  (08188240806) 

(Acts 8:1-8) One of the marks of a spiritual awakening is genuine joy, not fleeting emotionalism or shallow sentimentality. This joy expressed through Christians is visibly compelling and convicting toward onlookers, persuading them of their needs. (08187240805) 

(John 16:24) When we pray in Jesus' name, we share His relationship with the Father. We borrow His access and authority. Connecting our prayers to Christ in faith guarantees answers, which results in much joy. (08185240802) 

(John 16:19-23) You don't have to live with your head down. We should live with our eyes up because Christ is coming soon. Praise God, we can enjoy the journey now, but we will rejoice far more when we reach our destination! (08184240801) 

(Zephaniah 3:17) What brings gladness to the heart of God? He delights in the salvation of sinners. This causes the Redeemer to rejoice. We can experience this same joy and share it with Jesus as we point others to Him. (08183240731) 

(Luke  10:17-21) No matter what happens, Christians can rejoice that their names are permanently written down in the Lamb's Book of Life. Even after salvation, God's children can rejoice that He is still working in and through them! (08182240730) 

(Matthew 28:8) The great joy of the Christian life is rooted in this truth: we have a risen Savior! We can face difficulty and even death with joyful confidence because Christ lives.  (08181240729) 

(Matthew 2:10) In every season of life, there are crossroads at which you must choose your direction. Whether it be through Scripture, wise counsel, or providential circumstances, God desires to lead you. Join our study and discover the joy of following the Lord! (08179240726) 

(Isaiah 61:1-3, 7) All joy is centered on Jesus. Although we frequently search for joy in possessions, it can only be found in the presence of Jesus. Praise His name, the Lord's joy lasts! (08178240725) 

What a joy it is to hear your children are following the Lord! While this is true of your earthly family, this is equally true of your spiritual family. This joy is only accessible to those who are willing to pass along their faith. 

(Jeremiah 15:16) A secret to joy is not looking at people or observing circumstances, but rather it is hearing from the Lord. God’s word & God’s joy are always connected. Receive His word with gladness today! (08176240723) 

(Proverbs 12:20; 15:23) To deliver the truth of Scripture, you must first discover it for yourself. As you share Jesus, both you and the recipient will share joy! When was the last time you shared Jesus? (08175240722)