Sermon Notes1. You have to choose joy Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous, and shout for joy, all you upright in heart!—Psalm 32:11Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.—Romans 12:12Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.—James 1:2-32. There is a deep connection between joy and Jesus These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.—John 15:11You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.—Psalm 16:113. There are stages of choosing joy The settled assurance that God is in control (1 Peter 5:7; Matthew 6:31, Psalm 55:22)The quiet confidence that everything will turn out alright (John 16:22, 1 Peter 4:13)The intentional choice to praise Him in all circumstances (Hebrews 12:2)

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