Joy is a Gift

Big Idea: Joy is a gift of God and is not dependent upon your circumstances. You can experience the gift of joy in any situation if you are willing to allow the Lord to work in you. 
Key Scripture:“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13 NIV11)
God of Hope – Hope is built on past action. Fill you – The Lord makes us complete.With all – Charis – Not temporary emotion.As you trust – Application of belief will be seen in our actionsSo that – Trust brings an overflow By the power of the Spirit – Not our work but God’s. 
Luke 1:39-45See the joy of the Lord show up in an unlikely place.
Luke 1:46-56Mary’s joy was not dependent upon her circumstances.