The secret of joy 

Joy in Obedience

Living according to God’s commands is another source of joy. John 15:11 emphasizes that Jesus desires His joy to be in us, which comes from abiding in His teachings. Following God’s will leads to fulfillment and joy.

Joy in Community and Service

Fellowship with other believers enhances joy. Philippians 1:4-5 highlights the joy found in partnership with others in faith. Additionally, serving others brings joy, as noted in Acts 20:35, where it is said, "It is more blessed to give than to receive."

Sustaining Joy Through Gratitude

Practicing gratitude is essential for maintaining joy. Philippians 4:4 encourages believers to "Rejoice in the Lord always." Regularly expressing thanks shifts focus from difficulties to God’s blessings, fostering a joyful heart.

In summary, the Bible identifies God’s presence, salvation, obedience, community, and gratitude as key sources of joy for believers. All we find in Christ.

Furthermore, whatever makes you time like working to have time for fellowship can also be a source of joy.

This is precisely why the evil one targets family and community: it is easier to corrupt individuals once they are isolated and unhappy.

Without the foundational elements of love, relationship, and discipline, every relationship will be fraught with tension thereafter. 

While the devil can exploit biblical truths as a legalistic weapon to oppress, we can fight back. By diagnosing our own spiritual state, we can identify the specific scriptures we must follow to close the legal loopholes the enemy uses.

If you struggle to understand spiritual warfare, consider this analogy:

You cannot see Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or satellite waves, yet your devices connect seamlessly. Similarly, you cannot see your own brainwaves. Now, picture unclean spirits operating on a similar, invisible frequency, constantly interfering with our thoughts.

Understanding this reveals a key truth: it's not the coffee that makes you happy, but your conscious choice to allow happiness. By recognizing this, you close a loophole that unclean spirits might otherwise exploit.