It sounds impossible, right? Joy and suffering in the same sentence. But in this powerful conversation with pastor and author Chip Ingram, we dive into Paul’s letter to the Philippians and learn how joy can actually grow because of hardship—not in spite of it. If you’re walking through something heavy, this episode is for you. 

Scriptures referenced:

• Philippians 1
• Nehemiah 8:9-12
• Philippians 1:21
• Philippians 1:29
• John 16:33
• Ephesians 4:1
• 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

I Choose Joy: Change Your Perspective, Change Your Life

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