#1,513: Joy is a Gift from God

Here’s what I want you to remember today. Joy is God-given. Joy is a gift from God that is available to every believer, regardless of one's circumstances. Main Points:1.  Can I ask you a question? Do you have joy? Are you experiencing the joy of the Lord on a regular basis? Would those around you describe you as a joyful person? When we think of joy, it’s easy to make the mistake of thinking that joy is the same as happiness. We confuse the two terms because we think of them as the same emotion.2. Joy in the Biblical context is not an emotion.  Joy is an attitude of the heart.  It is not necessarily based on something positive happening.  Joy is something that lasts; happiness is something that is temporary.  When happiness fades away, joy remains.  Joy is something God deposits into us through the Holy Spirit.  3. I remember as a child the church would sing a song that said, “This joy that I have, the world didn’t give it and the world can’t take it away.” Would you take this truth to heart? Would you really grab hold of it, deep down in your soul? God’s plan for you is that you would experience His joy, regardless of your circumstances.Today’s Scripture Verses:James 1:2 - “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.”John 16:22 - “…I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group