Mormon taught the pattern for finding joy when he said of the faithful Nephites, “They did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God” ( Helaman 3:35). The prophet Lehi taught that Heavenly Father’s plan for each of us is that we “might have joy” ( 2 Nephi 2:25) and that the only sure way to find everlasting joy is through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.Īlthough we cannot receive a fulness of joy in this life (see D&C 93:33–34), we can receive daily manifestations of joy as we live the gospel. Real joy, or “everlasting joy” ( 2 Nephi 8:11), comes from experiencing the power of the Atonement through sincere repentance and from a spiritual confirmation that we can be redeemed from sin through the Lord Jesus Christ and inherit eternal life. Joy is much deeper than simply passing moments of contentment or feelings of happiness. I wish to focus on the great joy that comes to those who repent and the feelings of joy we receive as we help others through the repentance process. For example, He said, “Joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance” ( Luke 15:7).

In the parables of the lost sheep, the lost piece of silver, and the prodigal son, the Lord emphasized the importance of reaching out to those who stray or are lost and the joy that is felt when they return (see Luke 15). She and her husband, Michael, make their home in Washington State.Throughout His mortal ministry, the Savior showed great love for each son and daughter of God-especially those who had fallen. She continues to inspire and encourage others through her coloring books, blog, Bible journaling, and social media. Karla Dornacher has written and illustrated 15 Christian gift books. Shes happily married to her high school sweetheart, Clay, an associate professor of Christian apologetics at Talbot Seminary. She has published in Todays Christian Woman and Home Life. Jones is a Bible teacher, a contributing writer for, and a member of Women in Apologetics. They are cofounders and codirectors of Love-Wise, an organization to help people connect love and wisdom and bring practical insights to their personal relationships. Pam Farrel and her husband, Bill, are the authors of 48 books including Men Are Like WafflesWomen Are Like Spaghetti (more than 350,000 copies sold) and Red-Hot Monogamy. In addition, Pam has written 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband and 7 Simple Skills for Every Woman: Success in Keeping It All Together. To find out more about the complete series, explore many creative resources, and connect with the authors and other readers, visit. This unique discovery book includes ideas for group studies, verse-inspired artwork to color, fascinating details about the Bible, and online connections and communities so you can build up your joy and build up others!

Refresh your delight in the Lord through:ĭaily Lessons with an introduction and key questions for each chapter to help you dive deeper into the heart of Scripture and incorporate it into your life with joy builder activitiesĬhoosing Joy Devotions and inspirational quotes to stir hope even in difficult times as you learn to trust Gods faithfulness and rest in his strength no matter what circumstance you find yourself inĬreative Connections including bookmarks and coloring pages that provide an outlet to knit your heart to God and explore your faith through artistic expression If difficult days have ever left you discouraged, this interactive 11-week journey will help you engage creatively with Gods Word and establish habits that lead to greater joy and peace.

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