Ingredients of a Joyful Church
Philippians 1:9–11
What are the ingredients of a joyful, growing people?
1. Love
Abounding – never stop, continuous
Knowledge – intimate knowledge of the truth
Judgment – discernment
Love is naturally connected with knowledge – anchored in the Bible.
Love must be governed by knowledge.
Godly love
towards God
Truth
Each Other
Lost
2. Discernment (Excellence)
Choosing values that reflect Godliness
Developing a Christian Mind
3. Integrity
Genuine Consistent
4. Holy Living – Good Works
Fruits of Righteousness