Philippians 4:4-8

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How can you have inward

in the midst of outward

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?

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. —Philippians 4:4-8

Joy is both a

and a

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.

• Rejoicing is a

. We rejoice in the

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, not in our

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.

• Not worrying is a

. Instead, we should

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and ask God

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for the things we need.

• Thanking God for everything is a

.

• God’s peace guarding our hearts and minds is a

. You can’t have true

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without having true

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.

• Taking charge of our thought life is a

.

What are some difficulties you’ll face if you try to find your comfort, stability, and identity in something OTHER than God?

What are some benefits you’ll experience if you find your comfort, stability, and identity in Christ?

To experience supernatural joy, you must have a real

with Jesus Christ.

Reflection Questions

If you’re not experiencing joy, ask yourself:

Am I rejoicing in the Lord?

Am I actively NOT worrying?

Am I humbly praying to God with my requests?

Am I giving thanks to God in all things?

Am I dwelling on worthy and excellent things?

Am I taking every thought captive?