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Fruit Of Joy Series
Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 23, 2004 (message contributor)
Summary: This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Fruit Producers".
Series: Fruit Producers [#2]
FRUIT OF JOY
Galatians 5:22
Introduction:
Galatians 5:22 says, ¡§But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy¡K¡¨
1. Joy means an inner gladness; a deep seated pleasure.
2. The joy of the Lord is not the same as the joy of the world.
God¡¦s Joy
1. God¡¦s joy is possessed and given only by God.
2. God¡¦s joy is not dependent on circumstances or happiness.
3. God¡¦s joy comes from faith and hope.
God¡¦s Joy In Us
1. Christ¡¦s victory over sin, death, and hell brings joy.
2. Fellowship with God brings joy. (Each aspect strengthens fellowship with God and brings joy.)
„© Prayer.
„© Bible study.
„© Giving.
„© Repentance.
„© Obedience.
„© Fellowship with other believers.
„© Witnessing.
„© Seeing the lost saved.
3. The hope of Heaven brings joy.
Conclusion:
1. Christians, is the fruit of joy evident in your life?
2. Christians, the joy of the Lord is your strength.
