Title: Joy That Lasts
Memorize: Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Philippians 4:4 (Nkjv)
Bible Reading: Philippians 4:4-8 (Nkjv)
[4] Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!
[5] Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.
[6] Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;
[7] and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
[8] Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.
Message:
Contrary to the belief that people’s possessions or achievements are what determines their level of joy, joy is a function of the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. When I was much younger, as a lecturer at the university, I had so many worries about my career, family, and life in general. I used to get agitated about little things until the day I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ. That night, I felt joy welling up from within me, and I couldn’t wait to get to work the following morning. A senior colleague, Professor Chike Obi, noticed my mood and asked if I had gone to a party the previous night, but I said, “No, I’m joyful because I have received Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.”
Beloved, some people have tried different ways to get joy and have been led into evil schemes, addictions, and wrong associations. At the end of the day, they regretted their actions. Jesus is the only true source of lasting joy, not friends, drugs, or alcohol. The moment He comes into your life, He makes all things new and turns everything around for your good. Even when you are faced with certain challenges, you can rest assured that Jesus will come through for you.
Key Point:
Wells of joy, flow from within me. I will never know sorrow again, in Jesus’ name.
HYMN 1 – BE GLAD IN THE LORD AND REJOICE
1. Be glad in the Lord and rejoice,
All ye that are upright in heart;
And ye that have made Him your choice,
Bid sadness and sorrow depart.
CHORUS
Rejoice! Rejoice!..
Be glad in the Lord and Rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice!.
Be glad in the Lord and Rejoice!
2. Be joyful for He is the Lord,
On earth and in heaven supreme;
He fashions and rules by His words;
The “Mighty” and “Strong” to redeem.
3. What tho’ in the conflict for right
Your enemies almost prevail!
God’s armies, just hid from your sight,
Are more than the foes which assail.
4. Thơ’ darkness Surround you by day,
Your sky by the night be o’er cast,
Let nothing your spirit dismay.
But trust till the danger is past.
5. Be glad in the Lord and rejoice,
His praises proclaiming in song:
With harp, and with organ, and voice,
The loud hallelujahs prolong!
Bible In One Year: Deuteronomy 33:1-29 Luke 13:1-21
AUTHORS: PASTOR E. A ADEBOYE AND
PASTOR (MRS) FOLU ADEBOYE