Happiness is an emotion that comes and goes based on circumstance. For example, if they have my favorite flavor of Ben & Jerry’s at the gas station, I am happy. If they do not, I am not happy. Happiness is a reactionary feeling.
Joy, as described in John 15:10-12, is a result of choosing to remain in Christ and his love for us. Whether we are joyful or not is based on whether we decide to accept his gift of love, and commit to that relationship. Joy is an attitude we take on.
To put it simply:
Happiness is an emotion.
Joy is a choice.
Joy, as described in John 15:10-12, is a result of choosing to remain in Christ and his love for us. Whether we are joyful or not is based on whether we decide to accept his gift of love, and commit to that relationship. Joy is an attitude we take on.
To put it simply:
Happiness is an emotion.
Joy is a choice.
