In this sermon, which is week two of our nine-week series, Drought: Experiencing the Fruit of the Spirit in Dry Seasons, Pastor RaMona Riggs delves into the nature of joy, distinguishing it from fleeting happiness. She explains that while happiness is based on external events, joy is an internal state given by the Holy Spirit. Pastor RaMona addresses the challenges of maintaining joy during difficult times, like the story of Paul and Silas singing hymns in prison (Acts 16:25-28) and as exemplified by Dietrich Bonhoeffer's life and writings during Nazi Germany.To nurture joy, Pastor RaMona encourages believers to stay connected to Jesus through prayer and Scripture, practice gratitude, serve others, and guard their hearts against cynicism. She concludes by challenging the congregation to choose joy, reminding them that true joy is not just a feeling but a powerful witness to the world of God's faithfulness.We invite you to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/faithmcrichmondtx
