Speaker: Pastor Aaron Perry

We wrapped our teaching series called "Joy-Full" in which we have been walking through the New Testament book of Philippians in which Paul writes to a church to encourage them to be joyful regardless of their circumstances as he is in a Roman prison. We focused on how we choose a defiant joy, meaning a joy that doesn't just play defense, but it goes on the offensive because defiant joy is what a hopeless world needs. Below you will find some of the key take away from the message in which we unpacked chapter four.

-You cannot be content until you surrender to Jesus.
-What you consume will either bring you joy or steal your joy.
-The antidote to an anxious heart is an abiding spirit.
-If you want to be full of joy, take care of your conflicts.

So, remember this week to pursue this time of joy. Try to practice the five keys we said would lead to defiant joy in your life.

1. Pray about everything.

2. Thank God for Everything.

3. Only consume that which helps you be with Jesus or become like Jesus.

4. Forgive people in the same what Christ has forgiven you.

5. Daily Surrender to Jesus.