1. TRUE JOY STARTS WITH WHO GOD IS, NOT HOW LIFE FEELS

2. Mary’s theology creates her joy

3. Mary’s joy is not rooted in what she understands, but in who God is
4. Mary’s joy comes from God’s initiating grace
5. Mary’s joy is rooted in God’s unchanging character
6. Mary’s joy foreshadows the joy of all believers

7. Mary’s joy points to Jesus

8. TRUE JOY GROWS WHEN WE SEE GOD REVERSING WHAT THE WORLD BUILDS

9. TRUE JOY RESTS ON GOD’S UNBREAKABLE PROMISE

Where do we find joy right now?

• Let’s rejoice when life feels small — because God sees you!
• Let’s rejoice when life feels reversed — because God is working in the hidden places
• Let’s rejoice when the future feels uncertain — because God’s promises are not