Fruitfulness is not about doing more stuff but about being more like Christ. So, we want to be intentional this year in identifying and studying how we can be more like Him. One of the ways we’re seeking to do that is through studying the fruits of the Spirit. In this series, we will investigate joy, which is the second “fruit of the Spirit” that Paul identified in Galatians 5:22, by looking at the most relevant passages that address it.

Philippians 4:4-9 (ESV)

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, 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 your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.

Lesson Resources:

Rick Atchley. “The Joy of Jesus.” Sermon presented at Richland Hills Church of Christ, North Richland Hills, TX, 1997.

Rick Atchley. “Why Do You Worry.” Sermon presented at Richland Hills Church of Christ, North Richland Hills, TX, 1999.