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Joy That Doesn't Depend on Circumstances

We use the words happy and joyful like they mean the same thing. Scripture never does.

In this episode, Nicole and Stephanie continue our Fruit That Lasts series with the second fruit of the Spirit, joy. It may be one of the most misunderstood. Happiness rises and falls with our circumstances. Joy is rooted in Someone who never changes.

Galatians 5:22-23 calls these the fruit of the Spirit, not the fruit of our effort. Joy is not something we manufacture on a good day. It is the Holy Spirit's work in a life that stays close to Christ. And it is available to us right in the middle of our mess…

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