Lesson Of The Hour

Christians cannot hide their joy in worship. “Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise” (Jas 5:16b). Christians find joy in the midst of trials and struggles. Our faith shines in conflict and persecution. The joy of the Christian hope cannot remain hidden. In culmination of the Scriptures about joy, we look to the natural reaction of thanksgiving and joyous worship. For Christians to have joy, they must experience the faith and hope of the Gospel. This message encourages Christians to increase their joy through a living hope and demonstrate that joy through worship to God.Scripture Reading: John 4:20-24 (read by Gerrit Dekker)Lesson by Scott ShifferdRecorded November 12, 2017 at the Dean Road church of Christ in Jacksonville, FL