Posts with the tag “joy”

God’s Purposes Prevail Over Human MotivesPeople’s motives are often mixed, even in the church. Sometimes, others act out of envy, pride, or selfish ambition, and it can be discouraging when we see thi...  Read More

Joy Flourishes When We Lean on God in WeaknessUnshakeable joy is not the result of having it all together or being strong in yourself. Instead, it comes when you admit your need and lean hard on God’s...  Read More

Joy Grows Through Gospel-Driven Partnership True joy is not found in fleeting moments or comfortable circumstances, but in locking arms with others for the sake of God’s mission. When believers invest...  Read More

Joy Is a Settled Confidence in God’s GoodnessJoy is not the same as happiness. It is not dependent on circumstances, feelings, or the absence of pain. True joy is a lifestyle—a deep, abiding confidenc...  Read More

Joy Anchored in Christ, Not Circumstances True joy is not dependent on the ever-changing circumstances of life but is deeply rooted in a relationship with Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul exemplifies th...  Read More