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Francis Chan: Living with Joy (Part 2) - Choosing Joy

December 02, 2014

Sermon Summary

Main Message

This message emphasizes the importance of rejoicing in God's presence and love, which is a fundamental aspect of being a Christian. The Bible teaches that we should rejoice in the Lord always, not just when things are going well, but also in times of difficulty. This rejoicing comes from having a deep and intimate relationship with God, where we find our joy and happiness in Him.

Key Scripture References

  • Philippians 4:4 - This verse commands us to rejoice in the Lord always, which is not just a suggestion but a command from God. The word "rejoice" means to be cheerful and glad in our relationship with Him.

  • John 15:15 - Jesus calls us friends, not slaves, and this friendship involves having an intimate relationship with Him where we find joy and happiness.

  • Philippians 4:5

  • Psalm 16:9-11 - This passage reminds us that our hope is in God's presence, even in death. We can rejoice in the Lord because He is always with us.

  • 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - These verses command us to rejoice always and not be anxious about anything. This is possible when we trust in God's goodness and presence in our lives.

  • Matthew 6:25-34 - Jesus teaches us that our heavenly Father knows what we need, so we should not worry about the things of this life. Instead, we can rejoice in His love and provision for us.

Key Takeaways

This message emphasizes the importance of rejoicing in God's presence and love. We should strive to have a deep and intimate relationship with Him, where we find our joy and happiness. This rejoicing is not just a feeling but a response to God's love and presence in our lives.

Practical Application

We can apply this message by:

  • Practicing gratitude and thanksgiving for God's presence in our lives.

  • Focusing on the things that bring us joy and happiness, which is often found in our relationship with God.

  • Trusting in God's goodness and provision for us, even in times of difficulty.

  • Letting our gentleness and appropriateness be evident to everyone around us, as we respond to situations with a heart full of joy and love for God.

Conclusion

This message reminds us that rejoicing in the Lord is not just an option but a command from God. We can rejoice always by having a deep and intimate relationship with Him, where we find our joy and happiness. Let us strive to be people who rejoice in the Lord, even in times of difficulty, and let our gentleness and appropriateness be evident to everyone around us.

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