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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Joy as a Fruit of the Spirit</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/j/joy_as_a_fruit_of_the_spirit.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/galatians/5-22.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/j/joy.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Joy as a Fruit of the Spirit</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/j/joy_as_a_fruit_of_righteousness.htm" title="Joy as a Fruit of Righteousness">◄</a> Joy as a Fruit of the Spirit <a href="/topical/j/joy_as_a_garment.htm" title="Joy as a Garment">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Biblical Context:</b><br>Joy, as a Fruit of the Spirit, is a profound and abiding sense of happiness and contentment that is rooted in the believer's relationship with God. It is not dependent on external circumstances but is a divine quality that the Holy Spirit cultivates within the hearts of those who follow Christ. The Apostle Paul lists joy as the second fruit in his enumeration of the Fruit of the Spirit in <a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a>: "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law."<br><br><b>Theological Significance:</b><br>Joy is a central theme throughout Scripture, reflecting the character of God and His kingdom. It is both a gift and a command for believers. In the Old Testament, joy is often associated with God's presence and His acts of salvation. For instance, <a href="/psalms/16-11.htm">Psalm 16:11</a> declares, "You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand."<br><br>In the New Testament, joy is closely linked to the gospel and the work of Christ. The announcement of Jesus' birth was heralded as "good news of great joy" (<a href="/luke/2-10.htm">Luke 2:10</a>). Jesus Himself spoke of His desire for His followers to experience complete joy: "I have told you these things so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete" (<a href="/john/15-11.htm">John 15:11</a>).<br><br><b>Joy in the Life of the Believer:</b><br>For Christians, joy is both a present reality and a future hope. It is a present reality because it is a fruit produced by the Holy Spirit in the believer's life. This joy transcends circumstances, enabling believers to rejoice even in trials, as <a href="/james/1-2.htm">James 1:2-3</a> encourages: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, when you encounter trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance."<br><br>Joy is also a future hope, as believers anticipate the fullness of joy in the presence of God for eternity. <a href="/revelation/21-4.htm">Revelation 21:4</a> speaks of a time when "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away."<br><br><b>Practical Implications:</b><br>The joy that comes from the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live victoriously and to be a witness to the world. It is a source of strength, as <a href="/nehemiah/8-10.htm">Nehemiah 8:10</a> states, "Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength." This joy is contagious and serves as a testimony to the transformative power of the gospel.<br><br>Believers are called to cultivate joy by remaining in Christ, as abiding in Him is the key to bearing fruit (<a href="/john/15-4.htm">John 15:4-5</a>). Prayer, worship, and meditating on God's Word are vital practices that help nurture this joy. Additionally, joy is expressed in community, as believers are encouraged to "rejoice with those who rejoice" (<a href="/romans/12-15.htm">Romans 12:15</a>) and to share in the joy of fellowship with one another.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b><br>Joy, as a Fruit of the Spirit, is an essential aspect of the Christian life, reflecting the believer's relationship with God and the transformative work of the Holy Spirit. It is a deep-seated gladness that transcends circumstances and is rooted in the eternal hope found in Christ.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/joy.htm">Joy</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_in_heaven.htm">Joy in Heaven</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/j/joy_in_sufferings.htm">Joy in Sufferings</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_is_a_fruit_of_the_spirit.htm">Joy is a Fruit of the Spirit</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_is_strengthening_to_saints.htm">Joy is Strengthening to Saints</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_angels,_when_jesus_was_born.htm">Joy of Angels, when Jesus Was Born</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_angels,_when_sinners_repent.htm">Joy of Angels, when Sinners Repent</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_barnabas,_when_he_saw_the_success_of_the_gospel_at_antioch_(in_syria).htm">Joy of Barnabas, when he Saw the Success of the Gospel at Antioch (In Syria)</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_david,_over_the_offerings_of_the_princes_and_people_for_the_house_of_god.htm">Joy of David, Over the offerings of the Princes and People for the House of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_deborah_and_the_israelites,_when_sisera_was_overthrown.htm">Joy of Deborah and the Israelites, when Sisera Was Overthrown</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_early_christians,_when_they_believed_in_jesus.htm">Joy of Early Christians, when They Believed in Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_elisabeth,_when_mary_visited_her.htm">Joy of Elisabeth, when Mary Visited Her</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_hannah,_when_samuel_was_born.htm">Joy of Hannah, when Samuel Was Born</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_jephthah's_daughter,_when_he_returned_from_his_victory_over_the_ammonites.htm">Joy of Jephthah's Daughter, when he Returned from his Victory Over the Ammonites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_mary,_when_she_visited_elisabeth.htm">Joy of Mary, when She Visited Elisabeth</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_moses_and_the_israelites,_when_pharaoh_and_his_army_were_destroyed.htm">Joy of Moses and the Israelites, when Pharaoh and his Army Were Destroyed</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_naomi,_when_boaz_showed_kindness_to_ruth.htm">Joy of Naomi, when Boaz Showed Kindness to Ruth</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul_and_silas,_in_the_jail_at_philippi.htm">Joy of Paul and Silas, in the Jail at Philippi</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul_and_the_corinthians,_because_the_excommunicated_member_repented.htm">Joy of Paul and the Corinthians, Because the Excommunicated Member Repented</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul_and_titus,_because_of_the_hospitality_of_the_corinthians.htm">Joy of Paul and Titus, Because of the Hospitality of the Corinthians</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul,_rejoicing_over_his_converts.htm">Joy of Paul, Rejoicing Over his Converts</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul,_when_he_prayed_for_the_philippian_christians.htm">Joy of Paul, when he Prayed for the Philippian Christians</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_paul,_when_he_went_up_to_jerusalem.htm">Joy of Paul, when he Went up to Jerusalem</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_rhoda,_when_she_heard_peter_at_the_gate.htm">Joy of Rhoda, when She Heard Peter at the Gate</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_deliverance_from_bondage.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Deliverance from Bondage</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_divine_protection.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Divine Protection</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_divine_support.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Divine Support</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_election.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Election</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_manifestation_of_goodness.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Manifestation of Goodness</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_salvation.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Salvation</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_supplies_of_grace.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Supplies of Grace</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_temporal_blessings.htm">Joy of Saints Is for Temporal Blessings</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_the_hope_of_glory.htm">Joy of Saints Is for the Hope of Glory</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_the_success_of_the_gospel.htm">Joy of Saints Is for the Success of the Gospel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_for_the_victory_of_christ.htm">Joy of Saints Is for the Victory of Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_in_christ.htm">Joy of Saints Is in Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_in_god.htm">Joy of Saints Is in God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_is_in_the_holy_spirit.htm">Joy of Saints Is in the Holy Spirit</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_abundant.htm">Joy of Saints should be Abundant</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_animated.htm">Joy of Saints should be Animated</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_constant.htm">Joy of Saints should be Constant</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_exceeding.htm">Joy of Saints should be Exceeding</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_expressed_in_hymns.htm">Joy of Saints should be Expressed in Hymns</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_for_evermore.htm">Joy of Saints should be for Evermore</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_full_of_glory.htm">Joy of Saints should be Full of Glory</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_great.htm">Joy of Saints should be Great</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_in_hope.htm">Joy of Saints should be in Hope</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_in_sorrow.htm">Joy of Saints should be in Sorrow</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_under_calamities.htm">Joy of Saints should be Under Calamities</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_under_persecutions.htm">Joy of Saints should be Under Persecutions</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_under_trials.htm">Joy of Saints should be Under Trials</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_unspeakable.htm">Joy of Saints should be Unspeakable</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints_should_be_with_awe.htm">Joy of Saints should Be with Awe</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_abiding_in_christ.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by Abiding in Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_answers_to_prayer.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by Answers to Prayer</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_communion_of_saints.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by Communion of Saints</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_faith_in_christ.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by Faith in Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_the_favour_of_god.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by The Favour of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_saints,_made_full_by_the_word_of_christ.htm">Joy of Saints, Made Full by The Word of Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_simeon,_when_jesus_was_presented_in_the_temple.htm">Joy of Simeon, when Jesus Was Presented in the Temple</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_disciples_at_jerusalem,_when_peter_told_them_about_the_conversion_of_cornelius_and_other_gentiles.htm">Joy of the Disciples at Jerusalem, when Peter Told Them About the Conversion of Cornelius and Other Gentiles</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_disciples_in_the_temple_after_the_ascension_of_jesus.htm">Joy of the Disciples in the Temple After the Ascension of Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_disciples_in_the_temple_because_they_had_received_the_gift_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">Joy of the Disciples in the Temple Because They had Received the Gift of the Holy Spirit</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_disciples,_because_the_demons_were_subject_to_them.htm">Joy of the Disciples, Because the Demons Were Subject to Them</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_disciples,_when_jesus_triumphantly_entered_jerusalem.htm">Joy of the Disciples, when Jesus Triumphantly Entered Jerusalem</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_father,_when_his_prodigal_son_returned.htm">Joy of the Father, when his Prodigal Son Returned</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_immobile_man_who_was_healed_by_peter.htm">Joy of the Immobile Man Who Was Healed by Peter</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_jews,_after_hearing,_anew,_the_word_of_god.htm">Joy of the Jews, After Hearing, Anew, the Word of God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_macedonian_christians,_when_they_made_a_contribution_for_the_christians_at_jerusalem.htm">Joy of the Macedonian Christians, when They Made a Contribution for the Christians at Jerusalem</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_magi.htm">Joy of the Magi</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_shepherds,_when_they_saw_the_infant_jesus.htm">Joy of the Shepherds, when They Saw the Infant Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_wicked.htm">Joy of the Wicked</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked_is_delusive.htm">Joy of the Wicked is Delusive</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked_is_derived_from_earthly_pleasures.htm">Joy of the Wicked is Derived from Earthly Pleasures</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked_is_derived_from_folly.htm">Joy of the Wicked is Derived from Folly</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked_is_short-lived.htm">Joy of the Wicked is Short-Lived</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked--shall_be_taken_away.htm">Joy of the Wicked: Shall be Taken Away</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy_of_the_wicked--should_be_turned_into_mourning.htm">Joy of the Wicked: should be Turned Into Mourning</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_the_women_who_returned_from_the_lord's_sepulcher.htm">Joy of the Women Who Returned from the Lord's Sepulcher</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_thessalonians,_when_they_believed_paul's_gospel.htm">Joy of Thessalonians, when They Believed Paul's Gospel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy_of_zecharias,_when_john_the_baptist_was_born.htm">Joy of Zecharias, when John the Baptist Was Born</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--afflictions_of_saints_succeeded_by.htm">Joy: Afflictions of Saints Succeeded By</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy--attributed_to_god.htm">Joy: Attributed to God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--christ_appointed_to_give.htm">Joy: Christ Appointed to Give</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--enjoined_to_saints.htm">Joy: Enjoined to Saints</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--experienced_by_believers.htm">Joy: Experienced by Believers</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--experienced_by_parents_of_good_children.htm">Joy: Experienced by Parents of Good Children</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--experienced_by_peace-makers.htm">Joy: Experienced by Peace-Makers</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--experienced_by_the_just.htm">Joy: Experienced by The Just</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--experienced_by_the_wise,_and_discreet.htm">Joy: Experienced by The Wise, and Discreet</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--fulness_of,_in_god's_presence.htm">Joy: Fulness of, in God's Presence</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--god_gives.htm">Joy: God Gives</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--god's_word_affords.htm">Joy: God's Word Affords</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--converts.htm">Joy: Holy: Converts</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--david.htm">Joy: Holy: David</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--hannah.htm">Joy: Holy: Hannah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--jailor.htm">Joy: Holy: Jailor</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--peter.htm">Joy: Holy: Peter</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--samaritans.htm">Joy: Holy: Samaritans</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--the_virgin_mary.htm">Joy: Holy: The Virgin Mary</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--wise_men.htm">Joy: Holy: Wise Men</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy--zacchaeus.htm">Joy: Holy: Zacchaeus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--holy-illustrated.htm">Joy: Holy-Illustrated</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--increased_to_the_meek.htm">Joy: Increased to the Meek</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/j/joy--jews,_over_the_hanging_of_haman.htm">Joy: Jews, Over the Hanging of Haman</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--liberality_in_god's_service_should_cause.htm">Joy: Liberality in God's Service should Cause</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_come_to_their_people_with.htm">Joy: Ministers should Come to Their People With</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_desire_to_render_an_account_with.htm">Joy: Ministers should Desire to Render an Account With</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_esteem_their_people_as_their.htm">Joy: Ministers should Esteem Their People As Their</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_finish_their_course_with.htm">Joy: Ministers should Finish Their Course With</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_have,_in_the_faith_and_holiness_of_their_people.htm">Joy: Ministers should Have, in the Faith and Holiness of Their People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_pray_for,_for_their_people.htm">Joy: Ministers should Pray For, for Their People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--ministers_should_promote,_in_their_people.htm">Joy: Ministers should Promote, in Their People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/j/joy--pray_for_restoration_of.htm">Joy: Pray for Restoration of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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