Epistle of Joy

Paul mentions "joy" sixteen times in the four short chapters of Philippians, more than any other book in the Bible in terms of frequency. Joy is a central theme in Philippians. What makes this all the more remarkable is the setting in which Paul wrote his letter -- he was chained to Roman guards in prison awaiting trial for his life.

Modern life is full of troubles and uncertainties. Despite the great prosperity of our age, people are more anxious and depressed than in any previous generation. The Bible tells us that there is a joy that transcends our circumstances, that can never be taken away from us, and that will continually overflow in our lives--if we possess it. Where do we find this joy? Starting this Sunday, and over the next several weeks and months, we will do a deep dive into Christianity’s teaching on joy. I can’t think of a more relevant topic for our joy-starved culture. I hope you can join us!