#322087 - 2010-01-15 19:59:31
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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I kinda like answer two, too. When I have surrendered and found peace in God, though I am in the midst of trials, though the outward circumstances haven't changed, I get a kick (joy) out of it. I like your signature line. receivedgrace4obedienceRom1:5
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#322131 - 2010-01-15 20:49:31
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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"Be ye perfect as I am perfect" is a lifelong journey. I think that if I reach Heaven, then I will have the joy that I equate with "the peace that passeth understanding." Alex An old friend had mentioned that to me several months ago. I forget where she found her answer but it is Be ye perfect in your corner of the world just as Jesus is in His. We will never be perfect since only God/Jesus/Holy Spirit is that. We can only strive towards that goal.
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#322156 - 2010-01-15 21:45:59
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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"Be ye perfect as I am perfect" is a lifelong journey. I think that if I reach Heaven, then I will have the joy that I equate with "the peace that passeth understanding." Alex An old friend had mentioned that to me several months ago. I forget where she found her answer but it is Be ye perfect in your corner of the world just as Jesus is in His. We will never be perfect since only God/Jesus/Holy Spirit is that. We can only strive towards that goal. Also a very good point COC pk
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#322176 - 2010-01-15 22:20:08
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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It's kind of hard to know what 'joy' realy is, isn't it? Is Joy 'a state of being'? The result of pleasant circumstances? The result of 'trust' in God? Does it 'cover up' discouragement? Is it feeling pleased? Feeling blessed? Feeling cheerfull? Living in constant sunshine? Praising God no matter what? The result of saving the lost (as it was for Christ)? Or that God would slay the wicked and win over his enemies as it was for David? Or maybe glad to hate those that hated God - also as it was for David? Or rejoiceing in persecution as it was for Paul? Or being altogether obedient to God so that you can walk side by side with Him? What should joy feel like when you are being tested by fire? What is it that causes (or should cause) us to rejoice? Or is it possible to have 'real' joy at all without God? I really enjoyed reading the comments on the lesson this week. Thanks, everybody, for taking the time! 
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#322196 - 2010-01-15 22:36:33
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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It's kind of hard to know what 'joy' realy is, isn't it? Is Joy 'a state of being'? The result of pleasant circumstances? The result of 'trust' in God? Does it 'cover up' discouragement? Is it feeling pleased? Feeling blessed? Feeling cheerfull? Living in constant sunshine? Praising God no matter what? The result of saving the lost (as it was for Christ)? Or that God would slay the wicked and win over his enemies as it was for David? Or maybe glad to hate those that hated God - also as it was for David? Or rejoiceing in persecution as it was for Paul? Or being altogether obedient to God so that you can walk side by side with Him? What should joy feel like when you are being tested by fire? What is it that causes (or should cause) us to rejoice? Or is it possible to have 'real' joy at all without God? I really enjoyed reading the comments on the lesson this week. Thanks, everybody, for taking the time! HaHa we definitely do our best Contented! pk
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"Government is the enemy, until you need a friend".
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#322334 - 2010-01-16 08:20:08
Re: Lesson 3 (1st 2010) Fruit of the Spirit Is Joy
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I think two and three go hand in hand. If you have God in your life you will have an inner peace to know things will work out the way they are suppose to. That is Joy for me.
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