CHAT-A-BOX Pt 5. Everyday LifeSample

CONVERSATION STARTERS

Q1) How would you explain what joy is?

Q2) Do you think joy is an important part of life? Why?

What does the Bible say about joy? 

• God is joyful towards his people.

“For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty saviour. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” (Zephaniah 3:17)

• Jesus endured the cross for the joy that would come after.

We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honour beside God’s throne. (Hebrews 12:2)

• God wants to fill us with joy.

I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13)

Discussion Questions

1. Hebrews 12:2 talks about Jesus enduring the cross for the joy awaiting him. What do you think this joy was that awaited Jesus?
2. Do you think Christians should be joyful people? Why?
3. Do life circumstances have to be really good for someone to have joy? Why?