Luke 2:10-11

Series Overview

We find love in the fact that Jesus was laid in a manger

We find peace in the promise of God to give peace

We find joy in the good news the angels delivered

We find hope in the truth that we have a savior

What is Joy?

Joy is part of an encounter

Joy is an inner experience

Joy is an outward expression

What does the Bible Teach us about Joy?

Joy has a source

Joy is our strength

Joy is spiritual

Joy in the Christmas Narrative

Mary: My heart rejoices in God my savior

Elizabeth: John leaps for joy in her womb

The Magi: Overjoyed when they saw the star to lead them

There are seven different Greek Words for joy that are used in the New Testament. Luke uses these words 36 times in his gospel which earned it the nickname – gospel of joy.

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.

Luke 2:10-11

Joy brings an end to fear

Israel was hurting

Israel was heartbroken

Israel was hopeless

Israel was harassed

Joy brings an excitement to faith

The news was good

The joy will be great

Joy brings an expectation to fulfillment

The child is the deliverer

The child is of David’s line

The child is divine

How do we become more joy filled?

Stop Grumbling

Start Giving

Stand Grateful