What is joy

It's likely you've never considered that joy and happiness are two similar, yet different concepts and emotions. Happiness comes from external factors such as material things, people, places, and experiences. Joy comes from an internal place that comes from being at peace with who you are and what you’ve achieved. Follow along to learn the 10 key differences between joy and happiness.

Gratitude has a remarkable way of opening the door to joy in our lives. When we consciously acknowledge what we're thankful for, we create space for genuine happiness to flourish, reminding us that joy often begins with appreciation.

“The secret of joy is Christ in me - not me in a different set of circumstances.” - Elisabeth Elliot I saw this quote and had to read it a few times and let it sink in. How many times I have thought “if things were just different.” But the reality is, joy is available to us today, in the here and now. No matter what. Because joy is different than happiness. Joy runs deep and comes from a source beyond ourselves. Joy is in Christ. The lover of who and what we are. Joy beckons us. Today a...

What does joy even mean? What is joy, and how is it different from happiness? How do we find joy?

You don’t have to hunt for joy or figure out how to lead a stress-free “perfect” life. You can learn to expand your CAPACITY for joy.

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I hesitate to call it "the kind of happiness", because I think joy and happiness…

You don't have to wait for the festive season to be nice to others. Make it a habit to spread joy throughout the year and make others happy.

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When anger, confusion, fear, and suspicion reigns, let's turn our hearts upward. What does the Bible say about joy and the joy of the Lord?

That was the number on our van's trip odometer when we pulled into our driveway last night after a 17 day roadtrip to visit my parents and Scott's parents. It was a great vacation. And we all have tan lines to prove it. Today the house is quiet . . . Scott and Conner are off on a hike with the Boy Scouts, Payton & Anna are playing Bejeweled 3 on the computer, I'm doing laundry, making phone calls, sending e-mails, checking forms, and making to-do lists for Cub Scout day camp next week…

"The joy of the Lord is my strength" is a popular phrase, but what does it mean? A deep look at Nehemiah 8:10, plus other joy bible verses.

Joy isn’t just a fleeting feeling… it’s a deep, steady confidence in the goodness of God, no matter what life throws your way. The world says joy comes from success, comfort, or getting what you want. But what happens when those things fade? The truth is, if your joy depends on circumstances, you’ll always be chasing it. One moment it’s there, the next it’s gone. But when your joy is found in Jesus, it stays. It strengthens. It carries you through.

“When the focus of our lives is on #JesusChrist, we can feel joy regardless of what is happening—or not happening—in our lives. Joy comes from and because of Him. He is the source of all joy. Joy is powerful, and focusing on joy brings God’s power into our lives.” From #PresNelson’s pinterest.com/pin/24066179230963800 inspiring #LDSconf facebook.com/223271487682878 message lds.org/general-conference/2016/10/joy-and-spiritual-survival. Learn more facebook.com/LordJesusChristpage…

Bible verses, prayers, and encourgement to help you choose joy!

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🌟💖 Joy vs. Happiness: Choosing Joy in Challenging Times 💖🌟 Life is filled with ups and downs, and while happiness is often tied to our circumstances, joy is a deeper, more resilient state of being. Choosing joy can make all the difference, even in tough times. Choosing joy is a powerful act of self-care and empowerment. It allows you to find light in the darkest times and remain hopeful and resilient. Remember, joy is not the absence of challenges but the presence of a steadfast…