Are you walking in joy?
Can we really live in joy?
In this message, Pastor Jamie Nunnally shares how we can walk in joy.
Luke 2:10 “And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people.”
What is Joy? Joy is a feeling of internal gladness or cheerfulness, that is unaffected by external circumstances. Happiness is based on what happens, but you make the choice to rejoice.
Things to know about Joy:
1. Christians are supposed to be known for their joy.
1 Peter 1:8
2. Joy comes from God.
He is constant and consistent in His joy.
Nehemiah 8:10 “the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
Your goal is not to increase your joy, but to acquire His joy.
Psalm 16:11 “In Your presence is fullness of joy.”
My joy doesn’t come from “them” but from Him.
Galatians 5:22-23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
Your joy level corresponds with your Jesus level.
3. Joy is stirred up thru worship.
Psalm 98:4
Your worship will overwhelm your worry and joy will break forth.
4. Joy is boosted by obedience.
Luke 11:27-28
A holy Christian is a happy Christian.
Final Question: Are you walking in joy?