Teaching by Tag: Joy
To Live Is Christ, Part 5: The Battle for the Mind
In the battle for our mind, we must choose to rejoice in the Lord, know that the Lord is near, pray, and win the battle.
Watch / ListenTo Live Is Christ, Part 4: Press On
Righteousness in Christ empowers us to press on to take hold of our ultimate salvation.
Watch / ListenTo Live Is Christ, Part 1: Joy in All Circumstances
When we declare that “to live is Christ,” our difficulties advance the gospel, our difficulties empower others, we give grace regarding the flaws in others, and we accept suffering as part of God’s plan.
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Living Faith, Part 1: A Biblical Theology of Suffering
If you are a follower of Jesus, you have God’s guarantee that He is in the process of transforming you into the image of Jesus Christ. Because His primary tool for this transformation is suffering, any and all pain you experience in this life He can and He will redeem for this purpose.
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The Calling of a Joy-Filled Life
It is a spirit of confidence in the living God and in His promises that rises above the difficult circumstances of life.
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Habits of a Joy-Filled Life
We seek to cultivate joy as we practice the art of remembering, focus our prayer on the needs of others, partner with others in the Body, and live with the end in mind.
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The Fruit of the Spirit, Part 2
After accepting Jesus Christ, receiving the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and pursuing God passionately, do you find yourself growing into a warmhearted, considerate, gentle, and sympathetic person?
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Colossians, Part 2: What it Means to Walk the Walk
Eternal hope leads to faith and love, building a foundation to know God’s will through spiritual wisdom and knowledge, resulting in a walk that, by His power, is characterized by endurance, patience, and joy.
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Joy from Jail: A Study in Philippians, Part 3
If anyone could claim that his works were sufficient to earn God’s favor, it would be the apostle Paul. Ye he counted all his good deeds as “loss.” It can’t be any clearer: We have no righteousness in and of ourselves. Our righteousness has to be His righteousness placed to our account.
Watch / ListenJoy from Jail: A Study in Philippians, Part 2
Pride leads to division and brings an end to fruitful dialogue. But humility allows God to breathe truth into our lives.
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