There is also such a thing as counterfeit joy. This can come in several ways; Emotional mood, music, sensationalism in preaching, “sharing” sessions where an undue emphasis is placed upon physical contact between persons. This joy is relying upon people or events. Have you ever stopped to think that one of the hindrances to our Christian witness is the lack … Read More
The Lord’s Joy
The Lord rejoices too: 1. Psalm 104:31 2. Deuteronomy 30:9 3. Luke 15:3-7
Some Joy Focus
Do we rejoice in the victories, accomplishments and Christian growth of others? Example: a. Acts 15:3 b. Philippians 4:1 What is one of the greatest things to rejoice in? Luke 10:20
Serving Joy
What does God’s Word say about service? Is there joy in serving? Job 29:12-13 Psalm 126:5-6 John 4:36 Acts 20:24
Joyful Strength
From where do we receive the strength to live this joyful life? Nehemiah 8:10. In I Peter 4:13, what are we to rejoice in?
Joy Bible Study Question Answers
Risen, Appearing and Ascending Joy They departed quickly from the sepulcher with fear and great joy. They were terrified and frightened and supposed that they had seen a spirit. Jesus tells them to look at his hands and feet, to touch Him to make sure that He is not a ghost. He asks for something to eat and then eats … Read More
Joy Revealed
What does God’s Word tell us about the following: a. Sorrow and joy—Psalm 30:5; Jeremiah 31:13; John 16:20, 22 b. Faithfulness and joy –Matthew 25:21 c. Persecution and joy—Mark 13:13; Luke 6:22-23; Acts 5:41, 16:23-24 d. Tribulation and joy—2 Corinthians 7:4; James 1:2 e. Loss of worldly goods and joy—Hebrews 10:34-36
How To Be Joyful
What are some things that will help us to be joyful? Psalm 5:11 Psalm 42:4 Psalm 119:11 Proverbs 10:28 Romans 15:13 I John 1:3-4
Joy Hindrances
What are some hindrances to joy? a. Job 20:5 b. Proverbs 15:21 c. Matthew 19:21-22
Joy or Happiness?
Are joy and happiness the same? Where does happiness come from? Discuss some of the things that happiness is dependent upon and why they are not lasting. a. People-family, friends, business associates. Proverbs 19:4; Jeremiah 20:10; Genesis 37—example Joseph b. Wealth, possessions, property. Luke 12:16-21; Ecclesiastes 2:10 c. Good health, physical strength, beauty, sight, hearing, memory. Proverbs 3:7-8 Where does … Read More