Fruit of the Spirit: Joy

Galatians 5:22-25

1. Message of True Joy
• The story that our hearts long for
2. The Life of True Joy
1. The joy of true purpose – a loving relationship with the Godhead
2. The joy of wholehearted obedience and service to Christ
3. The Joy in loving Christ’s people
4. The joy of helping other Christians to grow
5. The joy of people coming to know Christ
6. The joy in our own spiritual growth
1. Present salvation - Refining our faith
2. Future salvation - Strengthening our hope

The value of anticipation

The stability of a joy anchored outside of this world

Taking time to perceive God’s work in us and around us

Next week: Peace