Tag: joy
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Paul and the Pastor’s Heart (Part 4)

This is the third installment of a blog series entitled “Paul and the Pastor’s Heart.” Last week, we looked at Paul’s desire that believers Rejoice in the Lord. Today, Paul doubles down on that message. Philippians4:4-7, “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your graciousness[b] be known to everyone.…
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Paul and the Pastor’s Heart (Part 3)

Philippians 3:1, “In addition, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. To write to you again about this is no trouble for me and is a safeguard for you.” This is the third installment of a blog series entitled “Paul and the Pastor’s Heart.” Today, I want to look at a few verses in…
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Joy in Colder Seasons

Winter still comes around every year. Seasons change and I cannot change them. Summer always leaves and colder air blankets my skin. So when winter’s blustery winds blow in, do I simply take a hiatus from joy or serenity or activities I enjoy? Do I hunker down and pray that spring comes quickly?