Joy is not the absence of pain—and it’s not the same as happiness.

In this Advent message, Pastor Krissy teaches that real joy isn’t found in circumstances, relationships, success, or comfort. It’s found in the presence of God and sustained through obedience, endurance, and trust—even in seasons of pain, loss, and waiting.

Through personal testimony, neuroscience insights, and the story of Scripture—from Noah to Jesus—this message reframes joy as something we choose, not something we wait for.

Advent isn’t just about preparing for Christmas.
It’s a launching point for a life rooted in unshakable joy.

• Happiness reacts to circumstances; joy is a choice

• God is more interested in holiness than temporary happiness

• Pain does not disqualify you from joy

• Joy grows as we stay connected to Jesus

• What the enemy uses to derail you, God uses to refine you

• Philippians 4:4

• John 15:11

• John 10:10

• Psalm 30:5

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