Luke 10:17-20 ESV
17 The seventy-two returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in your name!” 18 And he said to them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. 19 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you. 20 Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”
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Romans 14:17 ESV
17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
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Joy Defined
The joy of the Lord is the gladness of heart that comes from knowing God, abiding in Christ, and being filled with the Holy Spirit.
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Source of Joy (Jesus)
- Luke 10:17-20
- Not found in circumstances
- Not found in self
- Found in belonging to Jesus
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Fruit of Joy
- Romans 14:17
1. Things that hinder
- Sin
- Misplaced confidence
- Life’s trials
2. Things that help
- John 15:9-11
- Prayer
- Promises
- Obedience
3. Expressing Joy
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17
- Philippians 4:4
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John 15:9-11 ESV
9 As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. 10 If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. 11 These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.
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1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 ESV
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing,
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Philippians 4:4 ESV
4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.
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Application:
True joy comes from knowing Jesus! Let the joy of the Lord be your strength and the expression of your heart.
