Romans 14:17

For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.

What is “joy”? – John Piper

Christian joy is a good feeling in the soul, produced by the Holy Spirit, as he causes us to see the beauty of Christ in the word and in the world.

What is the opposite of joy?

• Psalm 43:5

What does it mean to “rejoice”?

• Philippians 4:4

God gives us joy

• Galatians 5:22
• Romans 15:13
• Romans 14:17

Joy is not salvation

• Mark 4:16

Joy is a decision based on knowledge

• James 1:2

Anxiety is overcome through joy

• Philippians 4:4-6

Joy produces peace and stability

• Philippians 4:7

Joy is influenced by what we feed our minds

• Philippians 4:8

Joy can be learned from others

• Philippians 4:9

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