1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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Happiness Joy Desires of the heart
“Desire has no rest, is infinite in itself, endless, and as one calls it, a perpetual rack, or horse-mill.” Augustine
Joy and re-aligning our heart’s desires Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18
A joy that anchors you through difficult times
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Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18
Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18
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..in all circumstances, not for all circumstances Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18 life
..in all circumstances, not for all circumstances Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18 FBC
..in all circumstances, not for all circumstances Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Jesus Christ. 5:16-18 The Cross
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, present your requests to God. And the peace of God that transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and mind in Christ Jesus. Phil 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God that transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and mind in Christ Jesus. Phil 4:6-7
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Do not quench the Spirit Do not treat prophecies with contempt but test them all, hold on to what is good, reject every kind of evil. 5:19-22
The art of self deception
“hold on to what is good, reject what is evil”.
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Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Psalm 100:1 Worship the Lord with gladness, come before him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2
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