011: When it comes to relationships, we want to be able to say that they bring us joy. Or at least that there are moments of joy. On compassion.com, a post titled The Difference Between Joy and Happiness states that “Joy is an inner feeling. Happiness is an outward expression. Joy endures hardship and trials and connects with meaning and purpose. A person pursues happiness but chooses joy.” Joy is a choice? Perhaps.

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This episode focuses on what makes our joy full. Jesus gives clear points on how this joy can be accomplished and is within reach. As we look closely at these verses, we will find that we are called to do just a few things for us to encounter full joy. Enjoy this journey to experiencing something real.

Scriptures: John 15:6-11

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

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Eat This Book by Eugene Petersen

The Difference Between Joy and Happiness - Compassion.com https://www.compassion.com/sponsor_a_child/difference-between-joy-and-happiness.htm#:~:text=Joy%20is%20an%20inner%20feeling,pursues%20happiness%20but%20chooses%20joy.

Bibliography:

Ellicott’s Commentary https://biblehub.com/commentaries/ellicott/john/15.htm

Meyer’s NT Commentary https://biblehub.com/commentaries/meyer/john/15.htm