1. Fruit of the Spirit Joy

2. “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self -control” Galatians 5:22-23

3. GOD WANTS HIS CHURCH TO BE PEOPLE OF JOY

4. Sisyphus

5. Jesus desire “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly”. (John 10:10) Life to the full

6. “we work with you for your joy” (2 Corinthians 1:24)

7. –Romans 14:17 “The Kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit”

8. Focus on giving than receiving “There is more happiness in giving than receiving” (Acts 20:35)

9. Focus on Healing rather than Hurting “Be gentle and ready to forgive; never hold grudges. Remember the Lord forgave you so you must forgive others” (Col. 3:13)

10. Focus on God’s power rather than your Problems “Trust in God at all times; pour out your hearts to him for God is our refuge” (Psalm 62:8)