Finding what we really want in life 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

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Finding what we really want in life 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 What We SEEK What SATISFIES The SOURCE Happiness Perfect Relationships Control of circumstances Joy Prayer – Relationship with God Gratitude for circumstances Jesus Christ

Discovering the Source of Joy Luke 10:21 – At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said, “I praise you, Father … Galatians 5:22 - But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace… Philippians 4:4 – Rejoice in the Lord always.

Pursuing God-given Joy Psalm 16:11 – You will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Psalm 71:23 – My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you – I whom you have delivered. Psalm 92:4 – I sing for joy at what your hands have done. Psalm 119:111 – Your statutes (God’s words) are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart. 1 Thessalonians 3:9 – How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you?

Keys to experiencing God’s joy Seek joy from God Himself Personal relationship Spend time with joyful Christians Healthy relationships Serve those who need help and encouragement Serving relationships

Joy… Prayer… Gratitude Philippians 4:4-6 – Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.