EPISODE · Mar 23, 2025 · 34 MIN
Overflow Of Joy
from The River Audio Podcast with Pastor Jack Holt · host The River
In today's message, Pastor Jack emphasizes the power of joy as a spiritual weapon in our lives. He reminds us that joy, born from praise, can drive out darkness, fear, and depression, especially during life's storms. Using the story of Jehoshaphat from 2 Chronicles, he illustrates how praise and joy can create a 'kill zone' against the enemy's attacks. Pastor Jack encourages us to 'count it all joy' in trials, trusting that God will bring double blessings for our troubles. He highlights that joy strengthens our health, motivation, and resistance to negativity, and warns against giving it away through small frustrations or worldly sorrow. The message concludes with a call to actively choose joy, even when it requires sacrifice, and to celebrate God's victories with laughter and praise, knowing that His joy is our strength.Tune in now!Join us for service every Sunday at 9 and 11am (PST) and Wednesday at 7pm (PST)If you received Christ through this message, text JESUS to (253) 859-0832We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this ministry! Tell us your story in the comments!If you would like to partner with us financially, online giving is available through PushPay:https://theriver.church/give/Looking to connect with us? Follow us on social media and download our app to stay connected and encouraged throughout your week!http://www.theriver.churchhttp://www.facebook.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.twitter.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.instagram.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.theriver.church/app#RiverFam#KentWA#SeattleWA
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In today's message, Pastor Jack emphasizes the power of joy as a spiritual weapon in our lives. He reminds us that joy, born from praise, can drive out darkness, fear, and depression, especially during life's storms. Using the story of Jehoshaphat from 2 Chronicles, he illustrates how praise and joy can create a 'kill zone' against the enemy's attacks. Pastor Jack encourages us to 'count it all joy' in trials, trusting that God will bring double blessings for our troubles. He highlights that joy strengthens our health, motivation, and resistance to negativity, and warns against giving it away through small frustrations or worldly sorrow. The message concludes with a call to actively choose joy, even when it requires sacrifice, and to celebrate God's victories with laughter and praise, knowing that His joy is our strength.Tune in now!Join us for service every Sunday at 9 and 11am (PST) and Wednesday at 7pm (PST)If you received Christ through this message, text JESUS to (253) 859-0832We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this ministry! Tell us your story in the comments!If you would like to partner with us financially, online giving is available through PushPay:https://theriver.church/give/Looking to connect with us? Follow us on social media and download our app to stay connected and encouraged throughout your week!http://www.theriver.churchhttp://www.facebook.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.twitter.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.instagram.com/riveroflifekenthttp://www.theriver.church/app#RiverFam#KentWA#SeattleWA
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