The theme for the third week of Advent is joy. This is of the major themes of the entire season, and of course the theme of one of the best-known songs of the season.
It is important to know that although related to happiness, joy is NOT happiness. Happiness is transitory, an emotion that can fade as capriciously at it can appear. Joy is a lifestyle. Joy can be sown, joy can be spread. Joy can be received as a gift from God. The coming of Christ is evidence of God's desire to bring joy to the world.
An appropriate Scripture for this week, is a well-known one, from Philippians 4:4 & 5.
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.
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