Joy, God's Gift to Us

Sunday Morning, we have begun a series in Philippians concerning joy. As mentioned Sunday, I believe every person needs to hear lessons on joy. Yet, I wanted to post two quotes I noted about joy from last Sunday's Sermon and my definition as well.

From John MacArthur concerning the definition of joy:

""it's the flag that flies on the castle of the heart when the King is in residence. Only Christians can know true and lasting joy."

John Piper compared and contrasted joy in this way:

1. First, it is not an act of will-power, but a spontaneous, emotional response of the heart.
2. Second, it is not superficial and flimsy, but deep and firm.
3. Third, it is not natural, but spiritual.

Any I defined joy as this:

"Joy is taking more delight in God and the things of God than being overcome by your situation."

I hope God further works in you this week to produce in you great joy.