Joy No Matter What

Pastor Jay begins a series on Philippians by examining chapter 1 which looks at the differences between happiness and joy. He also explores some questions to ask in order to have joy in any situation or circumstance.

PHILIPPIANS

PART 1 – JOY NO MATTER WHAT

Acts 16:9-10

Philippians 1:3-6

• Happiness is external
• Joy is internal

2 Corinthians 4:16-18

• Happiness is based on circumstances
• Joy is based on Christ

Philippians 4:11

Deuteronomy 30:19

JOY NO MATTER WHAT

Philippians 1:9-11

1. Stop asking “why?”
   • John 16:33
   • Philippians 1:12
2. Start asking “what?”
   • Philippians 1:13-14
   • Romans 8:28
3. Refocus on what really matters
   • Philippians 1:15-18

ULTIMATE JOY

Philippians 1:21

2 Timothy 4:18

When you know Christ, you’re in a win-win situation!