Sermon - Joy to the World

Joy to the World, the Lord is come.Let earth receive her king.
Pursuit of God outs commanded by God. 1 Thess 5:6 rejoice always. Phil 4:4
Joy- really a decision and action, not an emotion. Communion with God, proclamation of the salvation of God. Assurance that God is in control, making a determined choice to praise God.
-There is great joy in Christ's coming. Lk 2:8-10, it's good news for me! Acts 8:39, Lk 15:15,
-There is joy in His presence. Our joy for living life comes from spending time with Him. Ps 16:8-11, Jn 15:5-11, is Jesus your greatest treasure?
-Joy should not be based on circumstances Jas 1:1, Hab 3:17-19, Acts 16
- Sin will steal your joy. Ps 51:8-12, Mt 13:44
-there's joy in His sure return