SERMON SERIES – Light of the World
“Keeping J.O.Y. in My Salvation”
Rev. T. Crowe
Key Verse(s): Ps.16:7-11; Luke 2:9-11; John 15:9-11; Heb. 12:1-2
Memory Verse(s): Romans 15:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Key Points & Principles
- Happiness is driven from what’s happening around you.
- Joy in an inward attitude of gladness (content, satisfaction) regardless of outward circumstances.
- God offers His indwelling presence of lasting joy in the gift of our salvation/relationship with Jesus Christ.
- J.O.Y. = “JESUS” – “OBEDIENCE” – “YIELDING”
Abiding in the Word & Growing the Way
1. How did God speak specifically to you today?
2. How is being happy different than being joyful?
3. Do you believe most Christians reveal Jesus’ abiding joy in their hearts? Why or Why Not?
4. From today’s message what steps will you take to bring growth to the Spiritual Fruit of JOY as a follower of Jesus Christ?
God Bless!