The Distinctions of Discipleship (Sermon 5)
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The Distinction of Joy
The Distinction of Joy
12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
Introduction:
Paul writes this with the intent of helping his readers recognize what a Christian looks like and how the Christian functions in life. Specifically in this Scripture he mentions rejoicing on the heels of an edit to serve the Lord.
I want to help you to see that, today. The disciple lives and serves with Joy.
Joy - Closely related to gladness and happiness, although joy is more a state of being than an emotion; a result of choice. One of the fruits of the spirit (Gal 5:22–23). Having joy is part of the experience of being a Christian.
Biblical Relevance
In the Old Testament, joy is closely related to victory over one’s enemies. For example, in 1 Sam 18:6 when David returned from killing the Philistine, he was met with joy and dancing. It is also associated with religious acts and feasts, including sacrifices in Psa 27:6 and the Feast of Unleavened Bread (2 Chr 30; Ezra 6).
“Joy” also occurs frequently in songs of praise, most frequently in the book of Psalms (1 Chr 16; Pss 20; 33; 47). The prophets speak of joy, both its being taken away on account of exile (Ezek 24:25; Joel 1:12) and of the joy that will return when the people are restored (Isa 35:10; Jer 31:13).
In the New Testament, “joy” is still used for victory, as shown by the disciples returning with joy since even the evil spirits listened to them (Luke 10:17).
However, the victory focuses more on salvation (Luke 15:7)
7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.
Transition: Romans 12:12 gives you and me an opportunity to embrace joy as a disciple.
Live with expectation Romans 12:12a
Live with expectation Romans 12:12a
12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
Hope - means to have expectation
Live with Endurance Romans 12:12b
Live with Endurance Romans 12:12b
12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
There are some tribulations we cannot avoid but we can endure.
psalm 105.6
John 16:33
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ILLUS: Little girl asked her mother, “How does one overcome a broken heart?” The mother replied, “With time”
Transition: It is imperative that we trust that with time and Jesus we can overcome and endure anything.
Application:
Live in Prayer Romans 12:12c
Live in Prayer Romans 12:12c
12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.
The joy of the disciple is exhibited through his prayer life.
- He does not voice his frustration on Facebook, snap chat, twitter
- The Christian prays constantly
- 1 Thess 5.17
17 pray without ceasing,