Posts with the tag “joy”
The Joy of Obedience
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on April 19th, 2025
**Scripture:** John 15:10 (ESV) "If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love."Abiding in God’s love is the true essence of the Christian life. The joy of living in obedience stems from the relationship we share with Him. As we choose to follow His commandments, we deepen our connection with Him and find joy in our journ... Read More
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Experiencing the Fullness of Joy
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 29th, 2025
Psalm 16:11 reminds us that in God’s presence is fullness of joy. Jesus promises that when we experience His presence, our joy will be complete. This joy is not temporary; it is eternal and life-changing. The Holy Spirit helps us access this joy, no matter the trials or circumstances we face.When we seek God’s presence through prayer, worship, and daily communion with Him, we experience this fulln... Read More
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The Joy of Access to God
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 26th, 2025
In John 16:23-24, “In that day you will ask nothing of me. Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full,” Jesus makes a profound promise: we can now ask the Father directly in His name, and He will give it to us. This access to God was made possible by... Read More
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Joy Beyond Circumstances
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 25th, 2025
Joy is not the same as happiness. Happiness is fleeting and dependent on our circumstances, while joy is rooted in the presence of God. Jesus explains that when we focus on Him, joy fills our hearts, even when life is hard. Psalm 16:11 says, “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” We are reminded that in God’... Read More
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The Promise of Joy
by Dr. Dwayne Mercer on March 24th, 2025
Jesus tells the disciples that though they will experience sorrow when He dies, joy will follow. Just like a woman in labor forgets her pain when she holds her newborn, the disciples' sorrow will turn into uncontainable joy when they see Him again. This joy is deeper than temporary happiness—it is rooted in the resurrection of Jesus and the coming of the Holy Spirit.Life’s circumstances can lead t... Read More
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