Differences Between Joy and Happiness Happiness is a state of mind, joy is a mind-set Happiness comes and goes, while joy can be constant Happiness is dependent, while joy is independent Happiness is conditional, while joy is unconditional

How does the Bible define anxiety? “Be careful for nothing….” Anxiety means being full of care to the point of being too careful, too full of care. We are consumed by care

Where does anxiety come from? It comes from our “hearts and our minds” This means: We can’t control it It is directly related to our feelings and emotions It is directly related to how we think

What then is the antidote to anxiety? Paul does not say: “Suck it up” Be mentally stronger Change your circumstances He does say to: Pray – Focus on who God is and seek Him Make Supplication with Thanksgiving – Gratitude brings joy and fights anxiety

What is God’s Promise? The “Peace of God” will guard us This peace will protect and keep anxiety, worry out Regardless of what happens (circumstances), He will keep us This is an “insane peace”