Joy to the World

(Luke 2:10)

Joy is both a gift and a choice

1. JOY IS A CHOICE

   1. Noun- It is a gift of the Holy Spirit Galatians 5
   2. Verb- we indulge in rejoicing

2. HOW DO WE CHOOSE TO HAVE JOY/REJOICING?

   1. Rejoice in the Lord (Philippians 4:8) based on
      1. His forgiveness of my past
      2. His care for my present
      3. His promise of my future
   2. Pray with thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6-7)
      1. Do not worry
      2. Use prayer with thanksgiving (6)
      3. The peace of God becomes a fortress
   3. Set your mind on God's things
      1. True
      2. Honorable
      3. Just
      4. Pure
      5. Lovely
      6. Commendable
      7. Excellent
      8. Praiseworthy

3. HOW DO I LOSE JOY?

1. Sin
2. Worry
3. Failure
4. Discontentment
5. Other people

Conclusion:

1. What is keeping you from experiencing joy?
2. Set your mind on the things of God.