For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8, 9
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Produces joy in life here on earth, knowing that God is faithful through Jesus for our good.
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The joy and freedom to consistently love others without fear.
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Refreshes our souls to persevere with joy.
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Stirs a holy reverence that produces true purpose that's led by the Holy Spirit.
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Joy and grace to trust in God in all things.
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The joy and thirst to commune with God- Pray/Read His Word/Be in Community
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Enhances our spiritual taste buds to continue feasting on Christ.
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Makes us faithful in serving our brothers and sisters in Christ.
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Makes us fearless, yet loving when evangelizing.
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Makes us diligent with joy when making disciples.
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Purifies our hearts in looking to God.
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Receiving holy strength and joy when fighting sin.
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Detects the lies of the Enemy.
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Makes the false promises of the flesh and worldliness look foolish and dangerous.
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Opens our hearts by faith to drink more and more of grace that’s given to us by God.
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The joy of knowing that our lives are hidden in Christ forever.
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The great longing for the return of Christ and the eternal life that will be ours forever with Him.
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Makes us serious about the Christian life (Application).
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Assurance of God’s unchanging love for us in Christ.
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Hope in God’s faithfulness that continues to make us look more and more like Christ.